Online education: A concoction of learning and creativity

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 outbreak in Bangladesh, the government had taken several steps to keep the infection rate under control. As a part of the process, the country had gone into a time of general closure, and several educational institutions have been shut since the end of March and are yet to hold physical classes to date.

However, education is a continuous process and a halt in it can create a hole in the system which can hamper the students’ psychological well-being. Thus, educational institutions were encouraged to continue their courses through online classes. This was done with the best intention, but reality turned out to be a little harsh. Most people in Bangladesh are not accustomed to the online education mode, and there are hindrances to overcome.

Keeping their struggle in mind, DPS-STS has arranged various interactive online gatherings such as ADDA session with famous comedian Naveed Mahbub and Zara Mahbub, where the speakers discussed multiple concerns during a pandemic and how to cope with this ‘new normal’. Many parents attended the entertaining sessions. All the parents enjoyed and appreciated the initiative.

As the world is changing, it has become necessary for us to adapt or else we will lag behind. And it is vital to keep the education process running, not only to educate the students but for their mental well-being as well. Thus, creative online learning can play a pivotal role in the current situation, and it is high time for every educational institution to create their ways to make online education more enjoyable and interactive.

Madhu Wal is Principal, DPS STS School Dhaka