Kathy B’s having a candid conversation with three students and a parent about virtual/in-person learning. Is there a difference between the two? Does having the camera on or off improve your student's education. A recent study by the Education Week Center found that more than three-fourths of teachers said their students must keep their cameras on during live remote instruction. They believe that face-to-face contact keeps students engaged, helps them discern whether students understand the lesson, and prevents cheating. Dec 10, 2020.