COPING UP COVID-19 AND SUSTAINABLE ACADEMIC ENVIRONMENT IN NEW–NORMAL PERIOD IN URBAN AREA OF WEST BENGAL, INDIA

An exceptional situation in history of education come about as schools, colleges and universities were shut down, classes and examinations of school was suspended and postponed for COVID -19.Both teachers and students compelled to accustom with online teaching and learning methods though facing difficulties in early stage.As schools reopen, teachers have to provide formal and informal support to students to ensure a smooth continuation of their education in safe and healthy environment in new normal post-COVID-19 period.