The government is considering introducing a hybrid learning model—half online classes per week in metropolitan cities and offline classes elsewhere—to save labor hours in fuel, electricity, and transportation, as well as to improve air quality. Normal in-person classes are expected to resume once the Iran–United States–Israel war subsides.
To address the global energy crisis, the Ministry of Education has scheduled a meeting on Wednesday, 8 April, to discuss plans for conducting online classes in schools and colleges in major cities. A final decision on the matter may be taken at the Cabinet meeting on Thursday, 7 April, following the discussion.
This information was disclosed in a letter from the Secondary and Higher Education Division of the Ministry of Education. According to the letter, a stakeholder consultation meeting will begin at 1:30 PM on Wednesday at the International Mother Language Institute in the capital.
The letter further states that, in light of the situation arising from the war in the Middle East, traffic congestion, and the global energy crisis, a seminar involving all relevant stakeholders will be held to determine the next course of action for continuing educational activities while conserving electricity through classroom management strategies.
Prior to this, discussions will be held with stakeholders regarding the implementation of online and offline classes in educational institutions in metropolitan areas. Following the discussions, the Ministry of Education will submit a report to the Prime Minister on Thursday.
Earlier, Education Minister Dr. A N M Ehsanul Hoque Milan had shared this information during a meeting with center secretaries of SSC and equivalent examinations in Mymensingh on Monday, 6 April.
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