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COVID-19 Responses Around the World: A Teaching Resource for Ages 9-14

This resource helps learners to discuss their thoughts and feelings about the pandemic with others. Learners will also find out about ways to stop the current ‘infodemic’ – the rapid spread of misinformation and disinformation about COVID-19.


This material will help learners to:

  • discuss their thoughts and feelings about COVID-19.
  • investigate some of the incredible ways in which people have been responding to this crisis.
  • understand the difference between information, disinformation and misinformation.
  • consider their own responses to the pandemic and possible actions that they might take to manage their own wellbeing and support others.