The Efficacy of Virtual Instruction in K12 Education: A Review of the Literature, Georgia State U

“General themes of best practices inferred from these works include
• providing clear explanations and scaffolding in the virtual setting,
• incorporating peer and teacher interactions and feedback,
• using games and simulations to help keep students engaged, and
• being sure material and technological support are available.

One area where existing research yields strong and consistent evidence is the use of informational nudges to promote engagement in online learning. Several studies have demonstrated that simple information
messages or “nudges” can significantly boost engagement in remote learning and lead to improved student outcomes.” Read literature survey