UAE Students Long for In-Person School Experience Amid Remote Learning
'Real school is better': UAE students miss friends, playgrounds during remote learning
Khaleej Times
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Students across the United Arab Emirates (UAE) express their longing for in-person school as they navigate nearly a month of remote learning. Many miss the social interactions, physical activities, and the overall atmosphere of school life, highlighting how online classes lack the personal touch and engagement of traditional classrooms.
- 01Students miss social interactions and the lively atmosphere of school.
- 02Online classes feel disconnected compared to in-person learning.
- 03Younger students find schoolwork more enjoyable in a classroom setting.
- 04Physical activities and outdoor play are significant aspects of school life.
- 05Many students look forward to reuniting with friends and returning to their routines.
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Students in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have expressed their feelings of isolation and longing for the traditional school experience during nearly a month of remote learning. Many, like Zayaan Arfaz from Cambridge International School in Dubai, miss the camaraderie of friends and the vibrant classroom environment, stating, "real school is better." Younger students, such as Zidan Gayaz from Safa British School, find schoolwork more enjoyable in a classroom setting, while others, like Aya Ahmed from Sharjah, miss outdoor activities and sports. The absence of in-person interaction has also affected students' confidence, with Aalia Fouad from The Winchester School noting that online classes feel strange and disconnected. Despite some benefits of online learning, such as flexibility, students unanimously agree that it cannot replace the value of real-life interactions. As they anticipate returning to school, many are eager to reconnect with friends and resume their daily routines.
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The return to in-person classes will significantly enhance students' social interactions and overall well-being, which have been adversely affected by prolonged remote learning.
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