10 Questions
What have global public health experts described the COVID-19 pandemic as in the text?
The perfect storm of adverse risk factors
What was the main response by governments towards tertiary education institutions' (TEIs') physical campuses during the pandemic?
Closure of campuses for an undetermined period
What did university leadership teams have to do during the COVID-19 crisis according to the text?
Make decisions rapidly with little information
What was the common transition made by most countries due to the closure of TEIs' physical campuses?
Transition towards online delivery for teaching and learning
What was the goal of university leadership teams when making decisions during the pandemic?
To minimize disruptions and resume 'normal' operations quickly
What issue related to one-off events, such as examinations and admissions, is highlighted in the text?
The fragility of important benchmarks and assessments
Why did some countries choose to postpone university entrance exams in the context of COVID-19?
To alleviate pressures on administrators and avoid rushed decisions
How did the World Bank respond to the impact of COVID-19 on education systems globally?
By collaborating with countries to mitigate learning loss at all levels
What did Afghanistan do in response to the challenges posed by COVID-19 for technical and vocational training?
Implemented a multimodal delivery system supported by a specific project
What strategies are suggested in the text to ensure timely graduation and academic progression during disruptions like COVID-19?
Leveraging all available options for administering assessments
Explore the implications of COVID-19 pandemic on tertiary education institutions, particularly the closure of physical campuses and the shift to online learning. Understand the global response of governments towards limiting the spread of the virus in educational settings.
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