Brett Molina USA TODAY Published 9:48 AM EDT July 30, 2020 Last spring, with schools closed to curb the spread of the coronavirus pandemic, educational apps became a lifesaver. As parents, educators, and students adapted to the virtual classroom, many relied on applications and technology to help bridge gaps in …
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