The Covid 19 pandemic has made everyone stay at home but it has not stopped the world, People still need to work and students need to learn, However as we all know not all the students have the access of the internet and any other devices that are needed for online classes and that includes me.
I am against the idea of having a class online but i don't want to be delayed. I start to wonder about other students in the country who do not have internet access, let alone computers and gadgets. What will happen to their learning when their school suspends classes? How are they going to have access to online learning materials?
The presence of technology and digital classrooms are manifestations of a modern education system. We see that distance is being overcome. The physical presence of warm bodies is not necessary for a class to be held.
While the presence of technology is one good story of innovation, access to them is another. This issue is rooted in the larger social problem of digital inequality. Only those who have the resources to buy gadgets and to get an internet connection in their homes are the ones who are privileged to continue their learning despite the physical distance. They are ensured that their education is not compromised at times like these.
Students can only go so far with their access to technology. In a world where virtual reality and digital classrooms are becoming a feature of formal education, having a personal computer and a reliable internet connection is a sure advantage. For those who do not have access, just like me this is yet another challenge for us that we have to work hard to overcome it. :)