Online education is necessary
These are dangerous times. The entire human race is at war with an invisible, unfortunate, and deadly enemy. There is no cure on the horizon. Health systems in many places are overwhelmed. The number of injuries and deaths is increasing dramatically. The epidemic not only endangers our lives and our health, it also has what Henry Kissinger calls "the negative effects of society." Our supply lines were cut, our production and distribution systems were blocked, political operations were interrupted, schools and universities were closed, and our ability to respond to the crisis was put at risk. While the task of reversing the spread of the virus is urgent and we hope it will be temporary, the social impacts are likely to continue for generations.
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It is a battle on two fronts. For a reason, people need to isolate themselves to prevent the virus from spreading. On the other hand, people need to emerge and regroup as quickly as possible to restart stagnant systems.
Universities reflect this dilemma. They collect thousands of people every day, making them exceptionally vulnerable to the spread of disease. Closing universities is an important step in controlling proliferation. But universities also unify knowledge and are the places where solutions will be found. No society can risk keeping universities closed for long. Pakistani society has already paid a heavy price due to past cuts in academic activities.
Since the crisis came, the policies of the Higher Education Commission have been driven by these two imperatives. Support government efforts to stop the spread of the disease and begin to reduce academic clutter. Fortunately, online interaction provides a way to do this. As a result, HEC asked universities to prepare for the transition to online classes and to interact online as quickly as possible.
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There are other reasons for urgency as well. We do not know how long the crisis will last. Some studies on epidemiological curve models estimate that groups can last anywhere until September, even in countries that have virus routes and block dates similar to ours. The current closure of the universities is valid until May 31, but no one can say how long this will take. If it extends beyond May 31st, students will risk missing the semester.
Furthermore, the current epidemic is likely to lead to a fundamental restructuring of the global economy, similar to those that occurred after previous world wars, depression or epidemics. While the exact shape of the future economy is unpredictable, there is almost a consensus on the central role that IT and virtual interaction will play.
The decision to switch to online classes
The decision to switch to online classes has been criticized. Some argue that students should be promoted without studying or evaluating. Others complain about the quality of the training courses and the communication challenges faced by students from remote areas. However, others want to enjoy a vacation. There may also be anxiety concerns about a new way of interacting.HEC is working hard to try to find such solutions.
One can understand, and even forgive, the desire of some people to stay out of this battle. However, the vast majority of students and teachers are eager to use their time, continue education, and contribute to national efforts. HEC is working hard to try to find such solutions.Committed and dynamic universities
At this point, only the best, most committed and dynamic universities and associate advisors will be able to launch some high-quality online courses. But if prepared immediately, others may catch up in June. HEC helps universities in various ways, including organizing communication programs and packages, maintaining materials and online training programs, creating a data warehouse, and providing guidance to improve quality and composition and adapt monitoring and evaluation systems.Quality problems
It is true that the quality of the many online courses currently offered is quite modest. If nothing is done about it immediately, they will remain in that condition even after June. To start with the quality question, HEC has introduced the concept of 'online preparation'.Deputies of counselors were asked to continue studying online if and only if they could personally testify that six main elements are “online ready”: (a) college readiness, i.e. an effective learning management system (LMS) and operational, as well as a supervisory body responsible for certification Courses are ready online via the internet; (b) College preparation, that is, faculty members have received training in online teaching before being allowed to teach the course; (c) Course preparation, meaning that all basic information about the course is available on the LMS; (D) The availability of the library, meaning that all readings and duties for the course are available N through electronic means; (e) the availability of technology, that is necessary to teach classes on Internet technology ready for implementation; (f) To prepare students, which help students overcome any obstacle they may face to get to the chapters and articles.
Connection
HEC has introduced a 4-point program to handle communication: (1) Taleem Bundle negotiates with Telcos to organize subsidized Internet access for students; (2) delivery methods to meet the diverse needs of students, including shorter time periods, data light options, and synchronous and asynchronous modes (i.e. location) All online course content); (3) offline mode, i.e. a system whereby course materials can be distributed locally via CD or other storage media; and (4) student facilitation committees at each university to address communication problems faced by students from regions Remote.The digital device
Today, the digital device - be it a computer, tablet or smartphone - is no longer a luxury, but a necessity. Universities must make these requirements, and for those who cannot afford them, they must organize scholarships or loans for students until they can.As the old saying goes, one must hope for the best and be prepared for the worst. If the closing restrictions are lifted in early June, universities can return to work as usual, but if there is more delay, there will be no option but to switch to online education or drop out of the classroom (and possibly more).
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