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Millions of teachers across the nation are in their second year of teaching either in-person, online — or both.

Teachers are struggling to keep students engaged while learning new tech tools that are required to make online classes successful. wapo.st/3oqxmLe

During the pandemic, some teachers created YouTube videos that students can watch when they need help with a lesson.

Teachers also are learning how best to use the capabilities within video software to make lessons more interactive. wapo.st/3oqxmLe

Roberta McGuire, a West Virginia teacher, said the pandemic forced her to quickly understand the learning styles of her students.

She also has to educate some students and parents on the tech — sometimes even the most basic digital tools. wapo.st/3oqxmLe

As online teaching continues, the American Federation of Teachers, said it’s worried about the possible lack of resources for teachers that ultimately could make online learning less effective than in-person classes. wapo.st/3oqxmLe

The continued demand for online classes has made one thing clear: Virtual learning is much more than a stopgap solution during the pandemic, educators say.

And it’s an alternative way to learn that many families are finding they prefer. wapo.st/3oqxmLe