Considering the global energy crisis, severe traffic congestion, and the future of technology-driven education systems, the Ministry of Education has decided to experimentally conduct online classes three days a week.
However, the decision has been criticised as "hasty" and "unrealistic" by former Vice-Chancellor of Rajshahi University, Professor Dr. Saleh Hasan Naqib. He made these remarks in a Facebook post on Saturday.
Professor Naqib stated, "There are nearly 100,000 schools in Bangladesh and over 80,000 villages. About 72 per cent of households have smartphones. This means that in rural areas, approximately 30 to 40 per cent of households do not have access to smartphones-this is a conservative estimate. These statistics can be verified within minutes."
He further added, "This is the reality. Ignoring it, a decision has been made to conduct online classes in schools three days a week."
He also pointed out that conducting online classes is not easy. "Those of us who have taken online classes know that it requires adjustments in many areas. What percentage of teachers in this country actually have the necessary skills or training?" he questioned.
Calling the decision deeply flawed, he wrote, "Yet such a decision has been made-another hasty move in education. It is unrealistic and impractical."
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Online class plan draws criticism as hasty and unrealistic
RU Correspondent | Published: April 11, 2026 23:05:49
Online class plan draws criticism as hasty and unrealistic
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