MANILA, Philippines — President Rodrigo Duterte has approved the proposal of the education sector to conduct “limited” face-to-face classes in areas deemed “low-risk” to COVID-19 infection. Education Secretary Leonor Briones insisted that the limited classroom classes will only be allowed in schools that that would meet the requirements set by the government. Private schools that have started limited face to face classes last June will be allowed to continue. She also noted that limited face-to-face classes will address “inequality gaps,” adding that if the country solely relies on online learning amid the pandemic, it will have “equity problems” for those who don’t have access to digital equipment. But the Education chief added that not all low-risk areas can resume physical classes as only those that meet requirements such as adequate facilities will be allowed.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer July 21, 2020 06:22 UTC