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Online Education – Advantages and Disadvantages

• by Refresh Science
• December 22, 2021 January 22, 2023

Online education is very popular recently due to this pandemic situation. All educational institutions starting practicing online courses considering the safety of the students. There are both advantages and disadvantages in online educations. let us see about them in detail:

Pros of Online education

Time management:.

Time management is one of the major pros of online education. Because most of the students spent lot of time in travelling especially in metro cities.

Various courses are covered under one roof. This is also related to time management. Where students are in a need to move to various locations for their respective classes.

Due to the above mentioned reasons students can learn wide courses in a short duration.

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Affordable:

Online education is cost efficient. It is like a one time investment i.e. buying a laptop or a tablet. Other than that the cost of the online courses are very affordable compared to normal coaching classes.

It is very convenient and flexible not only for students but also for the parents to take care of the kids. The students can study at comfort at their home .

Online course are very much interactable since each students are monitored individually compared to classroom courses. Therefore the ability to concentrate in the subject is also increased.

It helps in improving self discipline among students. It also helps in self motivation which results in higher productivity.

Multi tasking:

Online courses are a boom to people’s who discontinued their studied for the purpose of career. Since it is flexible one can concentrate both in studies as well as in career.

Students can spent more time in their area of interest or in hobbies and also interact with people who is having same area of interest with great knowledge anywhere across the country.

Techno impact:

Since it is a virtual mode of training it is very simple and easy to understand even very complex topics. We can say that the methodology of teaching has changed as per students wish.

Other advantages:

So far we have seen the advantages of online education from students point of view. There are also more advantages other than above mentioned, let’s check it:

Online education is more advantageous to educational institution as the maintenance cost is totally reduced. Maintenance includes cost of classrooms, Electricity cost , Water cost, cost of study materials, house keeping charges and so on.

Teachers also prepare for their course in form of soft copies which can be used for future courses which reduces time and it is long-lasting.

Most of physical classroom demands are reduced such as desk, paper, pen etc.. since it is digitalized it is completely paperless.

For working parents it is very easy to make their kids concentrate on studies and take care of them. Since students are present at home all days and they can learn at flexible time duration at the convenience of the parents.

Cons of Online Education

We all know as a coin has two sides there are also two sides for online education. let’s see the cons of online education:

• Online education is not available at ease for many students. Mainly for students from rural areas. Because it requires high internet speed which is not available in rural areas.
• There are also students who cannot afford for costly electric gadgets used for class.
• Students are isolated from the outer world. They are hooked up in single room with the technology in front of them. The students are not even interested in exploring the outer world.
• As the students are isolated they become more stressful which causes many health issues.
• Technology not only teaches good things it paves way for many bad things too. There is a chance for students to get distracted by using unwanted sites.
• If there is any technical issues then it will be a huge loss for the students. There is a chance for them to miss the class or not able to attend the class until rectifying it.
• Online class means more screen time therefore there is a chance for eyesight related issues.
• Due to social isolation students lack communication skills.

• Only theoretical skills are well developed and there is a lack in practical skills. If it is a physical classroom practical training will also be provided simultaneously.
• There is a tremendous reduction in physical activities among the students. Whereas in classroom coaching separate time is allotted for the purpose of drills or yoga etc.
• During exam time it is difficult for the examiner to avoid cheating by the students. Only if the student is self disciplined the exam will be in a fair manner else there is more chance for malpractice.

As we know Online education is one of the big life saver during this pandemic situation . Parents are worried about the safety of the children and not ready to send them to educational institutions. They are also worried about the education of the children. Due to online education both the safety of the students as well as education is balanced.

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Around 42 million children continue to be affected by COVID-19 school closures in Bangladesh, leaving students with little option but to rely on remote learning. However, not all students have access to digital technology and in many cases, students find virtual classes fall short of their expectations and learning needs.

In a recent focus group discussion with UNICEF, students representing all eight divisions in Bangladesh unanimously agreed that while remote learning is helping them remain in touch with their academic studies, it is fraught with many challenges.

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“In comparison to the classroom, online learning lacks the required academic direction, assessment and inter-activeness. Our classes are often affected by poor internet connectivity, data expiry and power outages,” said Nishat Tahiya Promi, a 14-year-old student.

Other students shared concerns about the long-term impact of protracted school closures and the negative effects on children’s education, wellbeing and future.

“Remote education cannot be a long-term solution for continuous learning. School is not only a place for academic activity, it is a hub for many co-curricular activities. We are fast losing our social skills and talents due to excessive dependence on technology,” highlighted Tajbir Zihad Shaikat, a 14-year-old student.

Rumours and uncertainty around school reopenings and resumption of examinations have been a major cause of anxiety for students during the pandemic.

“The government should give clear public announcements on these issues so that we are not left in a state of confusion triggered by misinformation from different news sources,” said Mosaddek Billah Jitu, a 17-year-old student.

Unequal access

The focus group participants agreed that the majority of students from rural areas and marginalized socio-economic backgrounds are unable to access remote learning opportunities through television, radio, internet and smartphones as many do not have access to these devices.     

A UNICEF-International Telecommunication Union (ITU) report , found that 63 per cent of Bangladesh’s school-age children have no internet access at home. The findings underscore the need to close the digital divide and address underlying inequalities that disenfranchise marginalized communities and perpetuate cycles of intergenerational poverty. 

“Incomes have plummeted in many households during the pandemic. Some parents are unable to support their children’s education in the same way as before. For parents who are daily wage earners, the situation is even more desperate,” said Yaad Mohammed, a 17-year-old student. 

To make remote education more accessible, students recommended lowering internet data tariffs and providing free access to learning platforms.

Many students appreciated the quality of the learning broadcasts on national television and recommended modules be extended to higher secondary level students so that all students can benefit.

UNICEF helps create a level playing field

From the onset of the pandemic, UNICEF supported the Government of Bangladesh to develop and implement a strategy on remote learning using multiple platforms including television, radio, internet and mobile phones to cover all streams of education – formal, non-formal, religious and technical education.

“To reach marginalized students and create more equitable access to remote learning, UNICEF is facilitating learning using basic mobile phones and text messages instead of smartphones,” said Iqbal Hossain, Education Specialist, UNICEF Bangladesh.

“However, we continue to face challenges as some children do not have access to basic mobile phones. UNICEF is working with the Government of Bangladesh to deliver a printed learning package to these children’s doorsteps, so no child is left behind,” Hossain added.   

Looking ahead

Narrowing the digital divide for children and youth around the world requires urgent action. Even before the pandemic, an ever-growing number of young people needed to learn transferable, digital and entrepreneurial skills to compete in an increasingly digital, interconnected world.

Through the Giga initiative, UNICEF and ITU aim to address the learning crisis and transform education by giving children and young people equal access to quality digital learning. The overall goal is to connect every school in the world to the internet and every student to information, opportunity and choice by 2030.

“As we scale up our education programme, we must listen to the voices of children and young people so we can continually improve the quality of education - whether it’s online or in person. In this case, students are our best teachers,” said Nor Shirin Md Mokhtar, Chief of Education, UNICEF Bangladesh.  

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Prospects and perils of online education in Bangladesh

In mid-March, all educational institutes in Bangladesh were declared close to prevent the spread of COVID-19 among the students. Since then uncertainty prevails in our educational sector. Some institutes have attempted online education, but without a national policy they ran into many obstacles. Nasir Uz Zaman talked to educationalists, psychologists, IT experts and others involved in the education sector to get their perspectives on a possible policy on online education in Bangladesh.

We are yet to meet infrastructural requirements of online class for all students. Koushik Chandra Howlader Assistant professor, Noakhali Science and Technology University

FOR conducting online classes, some basic requirements must be available to the students and teachers. The first three primary requirements are digital devices, high-speed internet and a platform. Devices mean a personal desktop computer, laptop or at least a smartphone. Uninterrupted high-speed internet is also a primary necessity for online class as the users have to stream online videos or live videos. Without high-speed internet we might browse on the internet and use Facebook or WhatsApp but cannot stream live videos. The third necessary facility is a user-friendly platform or learning management system. There are many platforms available on the internet such as Google Classroom, Zoom, Moodle, et cetera. With a short training, students and teachers can use these platforms. This short training is also important for remote learning as it requires a little bit of digital literacy of the users. Actually, if these three things can be ensured for both teachers and students then online class could be started.

But the main point is that whether these basic requirements are available to the students and teachers or not. The Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics’ Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey 2019 shows that only 37.6 per cent of households in the country have access to internet. It also found that only 5.6 per cent of households have a computer. I have already said that only internet connection is not adequate for remote learning. It requires uninterrupted high-speed internet. Truly, we are yet to meet infrastructural requirements of online class for all students. The policy makers need to address these issues to accommodate all the students or a large number of students will be left outside of the system.

Without proper student-teacher interaction, the learning will remain incomplete. JainabTabassum Banu Sonali Lecturer, Premier University

DUE to the outbreak of COVID-19, educational institutions had to start online classes in order to remain connected. Teachers are habituated mostly to physical classrooms where they have a direct connection to the students. It is the interactivity which turns a classroom into a lively place for learning. However, in the case of online class, it requires proper orientation and expertise. In Bangladesh, arranging a communicative virtual class is far from a reality.

There are two major ways of conducting online classes: live class and recorded class. The second one is not interactive but easy to access. They can easily set their own schedule and watch or listen to the recoded lectures anytime. But the main problem of this form is that teachers-students interact is off-limit. As a result, the learning process remains incomplete.

On the contrary, live class can facilitate teacher and students interaction. Teacher gives lecture, students take note and then ask questions. However, it requires proper orientation and expertise of a teacher besides an uninterrupted internet connection and adequate technical support to have interactive online class.

Besides technical support, proper grooming for online education is needed. In many cases, teachers are not tech-friendly and digitally well-versed. There are other factors like shyness and fear of being publicised which also obstruct teachers to be confident and interactive in online classes. If the teachers do not overcome these shortcomings, online classes cannot be interactive and engaging. Conducting online classes, therefore, requires professional grooming. It is high time to take proper steps to ensure interactive online classes. Highly comprehensive materials, proper time management and positive motivation can create an interactive environment in online classes too.

Authorities must need to address how the practical classes and lab works could be conducted through online classes. Shamsun Nahar Associate professor, Jahangirnagar University

MOST of the science based subjects — microbiology, pharmacy, chemistry, biochemistry, physics and many more are practical or laboratory oriented. It will be a real challenge to complete the courses without practical classes and lab works. Through online classes, it is not practically possible to conduct these mandatory requirements of the courses.

To talk about my department, department of microbiology, it is compulsory for the students to attend lab works. Let me give some examples to explain why it is unavoidable for the students. Identification, culture, preservation and isolation of bacteria are the basics of the microbiology. Students could not learn about the basics with only theoretical lessons and they must have access to laboratory demonstrations. Particular environment and equipment are needed to grow bacteria which is also dangerous to do outside the laboratory. To learn about the equipment and its usage, students must have practical knowledge. Most of the equipment is also costly for students to afford individually. Now, if a student completes her/his degree without these practical knowledge, how can they perform at their microbiology related workplace in the future? In professional life, they cannot work in the laboratory. It is said that a person cannot swim with theoretical lessons only, s/he must need practical lessons. Metaphorically, it is also applicable for most of the science based subjects including microbiology.

As the theoretical and practical lessons are equally required, authorities must need to address how the practical classes and lab works could be conducted through online classes. If it is about a short period of time, then we can complete the theoretical lessons through online classes and continue the practical classes when the university will open. But if the situation persists long-term, the authorities have to come up with possible solutions addressing this problem as it is not possible to conduct lab works through remote learning. Most importantly, we cannot skip practical classes.

For short-term, online class is a way to keep the learning process rolling for children, but it will not be constructive for special needs children in the long run. Anjuman Parvin Child development specialist and founder director of Honey Bees Preschool and Kindergarten

ONLINE class for children, particularly for preschool, kindergarten and special needs children, is not an alternative to traditional class. In the physical classroom, teachers can follow the fun learning approach and it is possible to ensure the required setting in the school. It is also important to make the learning process interactive so that children would not feel anxiety or fear of attending classes. But it is not practically possible to ensure such environment in online class.

When it comes to online class for special needs children, one must realise that they are not just like the regular students and they need special attention and care. Their learning process is different. Special needs children’s require specially trained teachers. For example, it is easy for a regular student to hold a pen to write but it is not an easy task for special needs children to do. They do not know how to hold a pen and teachers have to repeatedly teach them the ways of holding a pen practically. Motor development is very much necessary for the physical development of special needs children. Motor development means the movement related activities or physical activities. For these activities, online classroom is not a suitable space.

Inferiority complex grows among the students. Helal Uddin Ahmed Associate professor, National Institute of Mental Health

ONLINE class is a new method of learning for the students of Bangladesh. During the COVID-19 outbreak, when physical distancing is recommended, remote learning is a welcome. But there are some major challenges ahead of us. First of all, in the present context of Bangladesh, online class is creating a new division in the education system. Our education system is already divisive with English medium, Bangla medium, Madrasa education and so on. Such division also shows our social and economic inequalities. For example, generally only the rich can avail private and English medium schools. There is a tendency to debate about the superiority of the different streams of education. Generally,  people consider English medium as a better choice for child’s future. As a result, inferiority complex grows among the students of other streams.

Now, the same thing is happening around online class. A particular section of students who are especially from the well-off families can avail the online class. Moreover, the feelings of anxiety are not only working among the students who cannot avail it but also working among the students who can avail it. The students who do not have the opportunity are in mental pressure about their academic future. Besides the students who are doing online class are in mental pressure to adjust themselves with this new method.

Another aspect of remote learning is about the integrity and quality of education. We have already heard of cases in which integrity was not maintained in online classes. Sometimes, parents are doing the home works or quizzes and examinations which will be a barrier for students’ moral development in the future. Last but not the least, a physical classroom is not only a place for studying but a space to do different activities for development. Here students have the opportunities to do physical activities and social mixing. But when they are confined at their homes, they will not have these opportunities which will increase their anxiety further and create mental health issues.

In the present phase of online class, there is no doubt that online classes will increase educational expenses. Md Niamot Ali Lecturer, Daffodil International University

IN TERMS of engaging students in online classes, I have couple of observations. Online classes have started during the COVID-19 outbreak in the country. For Bangladeshi students, online class is quite a new phenomenon though it is practiced globally. If students and institutions have basic infrastructural facilities, then it would be easy to conduct online class on a regular basis.

In the present phase of online class, when it is just started and most of the students, teachers and the institutions are not well prepared for it, there is no doubt that online classes will increase educational expenses and will be an extra pressure on the students to buy basic necessities for online classes — devices, high-speed internet data packages, et cetera.

Online classes in Bangladesh will be costly unless the university authorities and the government take proper steps to provide basic infrastructural support to the students. Students are already paying their tuition fees. So, the institutions should distribute the required devices to reduce extra pressure on the students. Moreover, the government should work to arrange the infrastructural requirements for the online education. Raising the allocation of budget in the education sector is a must. If the university authorities and the government, ensure the basic tools for online classes then the cost of it might not become an extra pressure on the students. The University Grand Commission has a role to play here. Online education must be made economically viable for all.

Nasir Uz Zaman is a member of the New Age Youth team.

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2020: The rise of online education

Overcoming the digital divide remains a big challenge

With the extensive adoption of online learning, the education system in Bangladesh has gone through drastic changes in 2020 after the emergence of the coronavirus pandemic, as in most other countries around the world.

Experts said although the materials were inadequate and the skill of the workforce questionable, the concept of online learning brought changes to the notion of how a school, college or university could impart education, leveraging various online platforms.

They also said that the digital learning process had ushered in a new era when it came to the education system of the country. 

On Thursday, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina said the government would not allow the reopening of educational institutes until the coronavirus situation in the country improved, to ensure the safety of teachers and students. 

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Earlier, Education Minister Dipu Moni said students were being taught online and through Sangsad Television, a government owned TV channel. She estimated that around 87% students concerned had been reached through this teaching process. 

"Even if educational institutions reopen, online classes and assignment activities will continue amid the pandemic," the minister said.

Eminent educationalists of the country recommended that online teaching-learning be continued and the authorities should figure out its flaws to ensure that it could be utilized in the coming days even after the educational institutes reopened.

In May, the University Grants Commission (UGC) permitted all universities to conduct academic activities online instead of traditional classroom-based teaching.

All schools, colleges and universities of the country have been closed since March 18 due to the Covid-19 pandemic, increasing the impetus for online education systems. Academic programs for students of grade VI to grade X began airing on national television from March 28, from 9am to 9pm.

The government and various state organizations provided internet facilities, affordable data and smartphone loans to expedite the adoption of online learning across the country.

But internet access in rural and semi-urban areas was still limited.

According to data provided by the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC), there were 93.7 million mobile internet users, 5.7 million broadband internet users and a small number of WiMAX users in the country.

However, access to the internet was not the only factor preventing students from enjoying the benefits of online education. A lack of skilled teachers, quality content, satisfactory environment and financial support were some of the key issues that still needed to be addressed.

Along with online classes, online counselling sessions should be provided to ensure that learners of all ages received mental support and learning did not become monotonous, suggested Prof Shaikh Ekramul Kabir, a member of the Education Policy 2010 Formulation Committee.

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Prof Kabir hoped that matters like location, language and financial situation would not stand in the way of a learner who sought to avail top-notch online education. 

“It is high time to experiment, and adopt the use of technology to bring the education system online,” the professor said. 

Meanwhile, Prof Syed Manzoorul Islam told Dhaka Tribune that developing a mechanism to implement the online education policy was the major challenge.

The educationist also suggested that online learning for children would have to be structured in a better way as pre-primary level students were easily distracted.

The digital divide

Experts said many students — of both public and private universities — did not have uninterrupted access to the internet and/or suitable smartphones or computers. 

In such circumstances, the Education Ministry and the UGC’s move to support the universities’ transition to online learning was a critical and timely move.

Recently, Mohibul Hasan Chowdhury, deputy minister for education, emphasized the importance of overcoming the digital divide while talking about the potential of online learning.

The problem of limited internet connectivity during the Covid-19-inspired transition to online learning was not unique to Bangladesh. Indonesia had an internet penetration rate of 64.8%, while it was just 36.0% in India.

In the budget for the fiscal year 2020-2021, around Tk66,400 crore was allocated for the education sector. This amounted to 11.7% of the total expenditure and a 2.1% share of the GDP.

Educationists opined that the percentage was very low compared to Bhutan and Nepal. More allocation was needed for the education sector, they said. 

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The pros and cons of online learning

What to look for in an online course.

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If you’re at a point in your life where you’re considering continuing your education, you may wonder if online learning is the right path for you.

Taking an online course requires a notable investment of time, effort, and money, so it’s important to feel confident about your decision before moving forward. While online learning works incredibly well for some people, it’s not for everyone.

We recently sat down with MIT xPRO Senior Instructional Designer and Program Manager Luke Hobson to explore the pros and cons of online learning and what to look for in an online course. If you’re waiting for a sign about whether or not to enroll in that course you’ve been eying, you just might find it here.

Pros of Online Learning

First, let’s take a look at the true value of online learning by examining some of the benefits:

1. Flexibility

Online learning’s most significant advantage is its flexibility. It’s the reason millions of adults have chosen to continue their education and pursue certificates and degrees.

Asynchronous courses allow learners to complete work at their own pace, empowering them to find the optimal time to consume the content and submit assignments.

Some people are more attentive, focused, and creative in the mornings compared to the evenings and vice versa. Whatever works best for the learners should be the priority of the learning experience.

2. Community

When Luke asks people about their main reason for enrolling in a course, a common answer is networking and community.

Learners crave finding like-minded individuals who are going through the same experiences and have the same questions. They want to find a place where they belong. Being in the company of others who understand what they’re going through can help online learners who are looking for support and motivation during challenging times and times that are worth celebrating.

Some learners have created study groups and book clubs that have carried on far beyond the end of the course-it’s amazing what can grow from a single post on a discussion board!

3. Latest information

“Speed is a massive benefit of online learning,” and according to Luke, it often doesn’t get the attention it deserves.

“When we say speed, we don’t mean being quick with learning. We mean actual speed to market. There are so many new ideas evolving within technical spaces that it’s impossible to keep courses the way they were originally designed for a long period of time.”

Luke notes that a program on Additive Manufacturing , Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality , or Nanotechnology must be checked and updated frequently. More formal learning modalities have difficulty changing content at this rapid pace. But within the online space, it’s expected that the course content will change as quickly as the world itself does.

Cons of Online Learning

Now that we’ve looked at some of the biggest pros of online learning, let’s examine a few of the drawbacks:

1. Learning environment

While many learners thrive in an asynchronous learning environment, others struggle. Some learners prefer live lessons and an instructor they can connect with multiple times a week. They need these interactions to feel supported and to persist.

Most learners within the online space identify themselves as self-directed learners, meaning they can learn on their own with the right environment, guidance, materials, and assignments. Learners should know themselves first and understand their preferences when it comes to what kind of environment will help them thrive.

2. Repetition

One drawback of online courses is that the structure can be repetitive: do a reading, respond to two discussion posts, submit an essay, repeat. After a while, some learners may feel disengaged from the learning experience.

There are online courses that break the mold and offer multiple kinds of learning activities, assessments, and content to make the learning experience come alive, but it may take some research to find them-more on what to look for in an online course later in this article! Luke and his colleagues at MIT xPRO are mindful of designing courses that genuinely engage learners from beginning to end.

3. Underestimation

Luke has noticed that some learners underestimate how much work is required in an online course. They may mistakenly believe that online learning is somehow “easier” compared to in-person learning.

For those learners who miscalculate how long they will need to spend online or how challenging the assignments can be, changing that mindset is a difficult process. It’s essential to set aside the right amount of time per week to contribute to the content, activities, and assignments. Creating personal deadlines and building a study routine are two best practices that successful online learners follow to hold themselves accountable.

Experience the Value of Online Learning: What to Look For in an Online Course

You’ve probably gathered by now that not all online courses are created equal. On one end of the spectrum, there are methods of online learning that leave learners stunned by what a great experience they had. On the other end of the spectrum, some online learning courses are so disappointing that learners regret their decision to enroll.

If you want to experience the value of online learning, it’s essential to pick the right course. Here’s a quick list of what to look for:

• Feedback and connection to peers within the course platform. Interacting regularly with other learners makes a big difference. Luke and the MIT xPRO team use peer-reviewed feedback to give learners the opportunity to engage with each other’s work.
• Proof of hard work. In the online learning space, proof of hard work often comes in the form of Continuing Education Units (CEUs) or specific certifications. MIT xPRO course participants who successfully complete one or more courses are eligible to receive CEUs , which many employers, licensing agencies, and professional associations accept as evidence of a participant’s serious commitment to their professional development.

Online learning isn’t for everyone, but with the right approach, it can be a valuable experience for many people. Now that you know what to look for in an online course, see what Luke and the MIT xPRO instructional design team have to offer by checking out the latest MIT xPRO courses and programs .

Originally published at http://curve.mit.edu on August 8th, 2022.

The pros and cons of online learning was originally published in MIT Open Learning on Medium, where people are continuing the conversation by highlighting and responding to this story.

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Education system in Bangladesh needs to change

In Bangladesh, although primary education is free and the government provides the textbooks, more than 4.3 million children aged 6-15 years are not in school and around 42 million people – about 26 percent of the population – are still illiterate. Moreover, while our school enrolment rate is still high, the dropout rate is even higher. Data from the Bangladesh Bureau of Educational Information and Statistics show that, in 2020, the dropout rate was 17.2 percent at the primary level, 35.76 percent at the secondary level, and 21.16 percent at the higher secondary level. Most of these dropouts happen in rural areas. Because the quality of schools and standard of teaching there are poor, many parents feel reluctant to send their children to schools. They find the current education system to be of little use in practical life as neither textbooks nor the curriculum is relevant to their situation or match the requirements of the present job market.

 In the past few years, numerous experiments have been carried out in the name of modernising and updating our primary, secondary, and higher secondary education. Yet, the existing education curriculum is not aligned with industry needs. While schools/colleges across the globe are focusing more on soft skills such as team-building, problem-solving, critical thinking, communication, negotiation, decision-making, etc., our education system is still stuck in the past.

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Research suggests that our garments, real estate, telecommunication, information and technology sectors are facing severe shortage of skilled manpower. As a result, foreign workers are being hired. There is no specific data on outbound remittances, but industry insiders say that foreign nationals working in Bangladesh remit about USD 6 billion altogether every year to their countries.

Put education back on track

Bangladesh has a vision to become a developed nation by 2041 and to achieve that, we need skilled workers. But our education budget doesn't reflect the urgency of developing human resources. Our current expenditure on education is the lowest among South Asian countries. The country spends around 2 percent of its GDP on education, whereas India spends 4.6 percent, Afghanistan and Maldives 4.1 percent, Nepal 5.2 percent, and Bhutan spends 6.6 percent of their respective GDPs on education. Despite demands from experts to increase the allocation to between four to six percent of GDP, again we saw poor allocation for education in the national budget for FY2022-23.

The Unesco recommends spending six percent of GDP on the education sector. Bangladesh ranked 112th out of 138 countries in the Global Knowledge Index 2020. It has scored 35.9 – again the lowest among South Asian countries.

We all know that education is a major driving force of development in any modern society, and that the quality of workers is the central determining factor of economic progress. Therefore, it is important for Bangladesh to focus on improving the quality of its education – the kind of education that will help individuals acquire the knowledge and skills to meet all the needs of the jobs of today and tomorrow.

Politics of School Examinations

The government has recently been putting more emphasis on setting up technical schools and colleges in different upazilas. Undoubtedly, vocational training could be an important element for future development, and in reducing unemployment, inequality, and poverty. But our policymakers need to realise that if someone's basic education is weak, vocational training will hardly be of use to them. It is therefore necessary to redesign our primary, secondary, and higher secondary education. Pre-vocational education, information and communication technology (ICT) based education must be considered a priority area for inclusion and development from the secondary level (Class 9) to the higher secondary level (Class 12), to provide a foundation of basic skills and knowledge that will help students acquire technical skills, learn how to apply their knowledge, and use creativity in their work. Also, we should keep in mind that merely setting up technical schools and colleges is not enough. We need to ensure they have skilled teachers, lab facilities, safe and supportive learning environments and, more importantly, offer the most up‐to‐date technical, professional, and job‐oriented courses for young graduates.

 Some people in our country tend to see our large population as an asset. There is no denying the fact that the population of a country is the greatest social capital it can have. But as the saying goes, "People without education are like weapons without bullets." Research shows that, at present, about two-thirds of our total population is of working age, which means the country is going through a "demographic window of opportunity." To reap the benefits of this opportunity, our young people need to be trained properly so they can contribute to the development of the nation. Otherwise, Bangladesh may find it very difficult to achieve higher economic growth.

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The Pros and Cons of Online Education

There are pros and cons of online education as well, and it is very important for you to be aware of them if you too plan to get enrolled in an online institution. – powerpoint ppt presentation.

• Online Education Pros and Cons Are As Follows
• Pros of Online Education
• Flexibility of Time
• Online education offers the benefit of convenience as students can choose to study at the hours they find most comfortable. Yes, you certainly have deadlines to meet as far as discussion and homework are concerned, but if you can manage to meet these deadlines then there is nothing you need to worry about. If you are free during the morning, you can study then, or if you find more free time at night, you can go through your course material at that time. This can prove to be very beneficial for those who plan to study while still continuing with their job.
• Many Options
• With online education becoming so popular, more and more online institutions are being established every year. So, for anyone who wants to continue their education online they have lots of options. There are so many universities you can choose from. You just need
• to visit their website, learn how popular they are, find if they offer the course you are interested in, and if all seem okay, you can join that institution. You can directly watch their courses by visiting some online teaching platforms.
• 24/7 Availability
• If you join a traditional institution then they have fixed school/college hours and you need to attend your classes at those fixed hours. However, online education offers you the freedom to visit your institution whenever you want to, go through the written lectures available, and you can again go and read the lectures whenever you want to revise them. In a traditional school, teachers will give their lectures during the fixed hours, and you will have to write them down if you want to go through them again.
• Choose Any Institution, Anywhere
• If you want to get enrolled in an institution out of your city/country then you will have to think about the extra costs, the price of the air tickets, the costs of a hostel, and the expenses of staying there. All this will add up and prove to be very expensive. However, online education gives you the flexibility to choose the institution of your choice, no matter in which part of the world it may be, and still you will not have to worry about any extra expenses as you will be studying online.
• No Travel Time Wasted
• This is a great pros of online education. Even if you choose to study in some college within your city, you will need to spend a few minutes to maybe a couple hours to reach there. The time that gets wasted in traveling can be used to do something more worthwhile, like studying or completing your homework, and this is what becomes possible if you choose online education.
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• Most online courses make use of different types of media like DVD/CD's, a webcam, and video conferencing software like ezTalks Cloud Meeting to teach lessons to their students in a perfect way, and also help them complete their homework when needed.
• Now, more and more schools use video conferencing in education for better online teaching and studying.
• 7. Different Types of Courses Offered
• Online education is almost similar to the education offered at the brick-and-mortar institutions. The courses that you can apply for at the traditional schools are also available at the online institutions. So, no matter what kind of degree you want to pursue, online institutions allows you the opportunity to fulfill your dreams.
• Cons of Online Education
• Lack of Self-discipline Can Create Problems
• It is very important for students who take up online courses to be self-disciplined and manage their time well. It is true that you need not attend your classes at any set time, and will just have to complete the coursework, but if you keep procrastinating then it will only pile up the assignments and then make it difficult for you to complete it on time.
• Lack of Social Interaction
• Traditional schools allow you to interact with other students and professors, helps create a good bond, and thus helps your learn to socialize. However, online education can deprive you of such opportunities. Interacting with others can not only help you find good friends but maybe also future business partners, particularly if you are getting enrolled for some business course.
• Lack of Accreditation
• This is perhaps the biggest problem with online education. There are many such online institutions that are not accredited, which mean the qualification or degree you earn from such institution may be of no value to your potential employers. If you are completing your education just to get a good job, then find out if your future employer will accept the degree offered by an online institution or else all your efforts will go in vain.
• Frauds Are Prevalent
• There are many, many online institutions, which is good, but this can also prove to be disadvantageous. Many such institutions have emerged only to fool people and make money. If you are not careful, and just join an institution just because it offers the kind of

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