We all know the challenges that we faced (and often overcame) with distance learning last spring. Our social media accounts are full of memes and articles about all of the problems and struggles that we had. But I have yet to read an article or blog celebrating some of the unexpected benefits that came along with distance learning!

My large public-school district outside of Portland, Oregon started the school year with 100% comprehensive distance learning, and for now it will continue through at least February. From the beginning, I knew there would be a constant battle with students about using their cameras, so I decided I would not require them during class.