The Economist How covid-19 is interrupting children’s education

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From: The Economist today - Wednesday Mar 18, 2020 09:41 pm
The data on whether school closures will curb covid-19 are limited. And the economic, social and educational costs are heavy
   
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How covid-19 is interrupting children’s education

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