UNVEILING THE EDUCATIONAL DISRUPTIONS: ASSESSING THE IMPACT OF COVID-19 PANDEMIC AND LOCKDOWN ON RURAL EDUCATION IN DAKSHIN DINAJPUR DISTRICT

Аннотация

This study investigates the profound disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent lockdown on rural education in Dakshin Dinajpur District. Through a comprehensive assessment, the research explores the multifaceted impacts of the pandemic on educational access, learning outcomes, and socio-economic disparities in the rural communities of the district. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, including surveys, interviews, and data analysis, the study examines the challenges faced by students, teachers, and educational institutions amidst the crisis. Moreover, it identifies key strategies and interventions aimed at mitigating the adverse effects of the pandemic on rural education, offering insights for policymakers, educators, and stakeholders to navigate the complexities of educational recovery and resilience in the post-pandemic era. KEYWORDS COVID-19 pandemic, lockdown, rural education, Dakshin Dinajpur District, educational disruptions, learning loss, socio-economic disparities, access to education, educational resilience, post-pandemic recovery.