The Coronavirus Could Be A Big Moneymaker for EdTech Companies
There is a special place in Hell for people who cash in on tragedy.
But that place is reserved for the super rich – and that’s all that matters in Donald Trump’s America.
Federal officials are urging schools to prepare for possible disruptions due to the coronavirus – a disease that originated in China last month and has affected more than 77,000 people worldwide (of which more than 2,600 have died).
Only 14 people have been infected in the U.S., and the Center for Disease Control (CDC) writes on its Website that the “immediate health risk from COVID-19 is considered low” for the average American – especially those who have not traveled recently to Wuhan, the surrounding Hubei Province or elsewhere in mainland China.
However, this is certainly scary news for anyone – especially parents, teachers and students.
In fact, federal officials singled out schools at a press conference on Tuesday about possible responses to the disease if it gets worse on these shores.
“You should ask your children’s schools about their plans for school dismissals or school closures. Ask about plans for teleschool.” CONTINUE READING: The Coronavirus Could Be A Big Moneymaker for EdTech Companies | gadflyonthewallblog
