Question: Can schools choose to use some kind of virtual classroom?

Answer passage (source: UK):
page_title: Guidance Safeguarding and remote education during coronavirus (COVID-19)
section_headers: Virtual lessons and live streaming
section_content: Should schools choose to provide remote education using live streaming or pre-
recorded videos, guidance from the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) on
which video conference service is right for your
school and using video conferencing services
securely could help schools to set up video conferencing safely, if this
is the chosen approach.
In addition, guidance from the UK Safer Internet Centre on safe remote
learning includes
detailed advice on live, online teaching, and the safeguarding guidance from
London grid for learning (LGfL)
includes platform-specific advice.
Teaching from home is different to teaching in the classroom. Teachers should
try to find a quiet or private room or area to talk to pupils, parents or
carers. When broadcasting a lesson or making a recording, consider what will
be in the background.
In some areas, schools may also be able to seek support from their local
authority when planning online lessons and activities, and considering online
safety.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Has clear information about how schools can implement virtual classrooms.
This provides enough information on virtual learning in schools

Reviewer ratings:
Excellent
Excellent

Answer passage (source: UK):
page_title: Guidance Actions for schools during the coronavirus outbreak
section_headers: What arrangements should schools and local authorities maintain throughout the remainder of May?
Are schools expected to share resources?
section_content: We are asking schools to remain open for children of critical workers and
vulnerable children where they can, but we understand that some may be unable
to do so especially if they are experiencing severe staff shortages.
Local authorities should therefore work with maintained, academy and
independent schools to identify temporary places for any children affected
whilst their normal schools are closed.
If some schools are experiencing high demand for places, or severe staff
shortages, local authorities will co-ordinate support from other schools in
the area. Schools are expected to be flexible and work together where
required.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Talks about how schools should respond to the pandemic, but doesn't specifically address virtual classrooms.
This does not give information about virtual learning.

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Could be Improved

Answer passage (source: UK):
page_title: Guidance Safeguarding and remote education during coronavirus (COVID-19)
section_headers: Communicating with parents, carers and pupils
section_content: Where education is now having to take place remotely, it’s important for
schools, teachers and pupils to maintain professional practice as much as
possible. When communicating online with parents and pupils, schools should:

communicate within school hours as much as possible (or hours agreed with the school to suit the needs of staff)
communicate through the school channels approved by the senior leadership team
use school email accounts (not personal ones)
use school devices over personal devices wherever possible
advise teachers not to share personal information


Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Clearly says that virtual classrooms are a good alternative to traditional schools during the pandemic.
This answer gives information on steps to take by schools for virtual learning.

Reviewer ratings:
Excellent
Acceptable