A desire to stave off boredom and anxiety in lockdown has led many people to explore the world of online learning, embracing virtual dance sessions and workshops with celebrities. As our interactions become forcibly digitized, could COVID-19 usher in a new era of digital mentorship?

Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, school’s out for many students around the world. As homeschooling becomes the new normal, edtech platform Atom Learning is offering free online courses to help children stay academically active and bridge the attainment gap for those who can’t afford private tutoring.

With millions of children impacted by school closures due to COVID-19 and parents trying to balance working from home and homeschooling, many have turned to digital tools for some help. National Geographic’s NatGeo@Home is blurring the lines between education and play to keep kids entertained.

The MyBuddy.ai startup has raised $1 million in funding to further develop its AI-powered virtual English tutor, which helps kids master the language. With digital learning tools growing in popularity during the COVID-19 outbreak, parents are looking for innovative ways to sustain access to education.