The Daily The Nation’s ‘Report Card’ on Remote Learning
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Nov 14, 2022 
Sarah Mervosh, a national reporter for The New York Times, dives into the startling decline in academic performance among American students due to remote learning during the pandemic. She discusses the findings of a crucial national assessment, revealing significant drops in math and reading proficiency. Mervosh highlights the widening educational disparities faced by low-income students and underscores the urgent need for tutoring and systemic changes to address the learning gaps exacerbated by COVID-19.
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The Nation's Report Card
- The National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) test is a key indicator of US student performance.
- It's considered the "nation's report card" due to its comprehensive scope.
Declining Test Scores
- The 2022 NAEP results revealed concerning declines in math and reading scores.
- Math scores saw the steepest drop, with only 26% of 8th graders proficient.
Impact of Remote Learning
- Remote learning generally correlated with worse academic performance, especially in math.
- Reading scores were less impacted, possibly due to increased parental involvement.