The COVID-19 pandemic was not merely a global health crisis; it fundamentally transformed the landscape of education. As classrooms emptied and screens became the new learning hubs, teaching and learning underwent a dramatic redefinition. From makeshift roadside schoolrooms to teachers delivering materials door-to-door, the pandemic forced a rapid shift to remote education. For those with access to digital devices and the internet, online learning became an academic lifeline. However, the crisis also exposed the stark digital divide in many countries, highlighting the challenges faced by students and educators in underserved communities.