Will, M. (2020, October 20). Most Educators Require Kids to Turn Cameras On in Virtual School, Despite Equity Concerns. Retrieved October 23, 2020.

The issue of whether students should turn their video cameras on during remote classes has been heavily debated among educators. On one side, cameras can foster student engagement and make teachers feel less like they’re speaking into an abyss. On the other, teachers say requiring cameras can make some students feel vulnerable or exposed.