UAE Parents Adjust to In-Person Schooling Amid Work-from-Home Transition
UAE parents working from home prepare to return to office as in-person school begins
Khaleej Times
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As schools in the UAE resume in-person learning, parents face a significant shift in their routines. While some welcome the return to classrooms, others advocate for a gradual or hybrid approach to accommodate working households and transport challenges.
- 01UAE schools are moving back to in-person learning after months of remote education.
- 02Parents have mixed feelings, with some supporting a full return and others preferring a gradual approach.
- 03Concerns include the impact on family schedules and transportation issues.
- 04Some parents believe in-person learning is essential for academic and emotional development.
- 05Flexibility in school attendance is crucial for balancing work and family needs.
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With schools across the United Arab Emirates transitioning back to in-person learning, parents are preparing for significant changes in their daily routines. While many families view this shift as a welcome return to normalcy, opinions are divided on how quickly students should resume full-time attendance. Some parents, like Maha Khaled, advocate for a gradual or hybrid approach, citing concerns about the pressures of fixed transport schedules and long school days. Others, such as Umm Nouh, argue that in-person schooling enhances academic performance and emotional engagement. The Ministry of Education's decision has been praised for its careful planning, which includes considerations for students with learning difficulties. As parents navigate this transition, they emphasize the need for flexibility to accommodate both educational and family needs.
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The shift back to in-person schooling will affect family routines, particularly for working parents who must balance their schedules with school transportation and children's needs.
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