NAVIGATING CRISES: TECHNOLOGY, COMMUNICATION, AND THEIR ROLES IN THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC AND TEACHER STRIKES

Cornelia-Victoria ANGHEL-DRUGARIN, Nicoleta MIREA, Gabriela BANADUC, Ionel LUNGU, Bosco LOPEZ LANDA

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This article compares the impact of technology and communication during the COVID-19 pandemic and teacher strikes. Both relied on technology for remote communication and organization. Online platforms, video conferencing, and messaging apps facilitated teaching and participation during the pandemic and helped coordination during strikes. The media played an important role in the transmission of messages and the shaping of public opinion. Differences emerged as the pandemic focused on learning continuity and health concerns, while strikes addressed payment concerns and negotiations. Effective communication and adaptability were crucial in managing these crises. The findings inform communication dynamics in complex situations that benefit the learning process and social relationships.

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