Adek: Cover basic subjects in virtual classes

Students told to learn Arabic, English, Math and Science in distance learning

Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (Adek) has urged students to cover all basic subjects in the distance learning programme slated to begin on March 22.

From Sunday, March 22 onwards, schools will have to launch the “distance learning process for all students”, the Adek announced in a statement issued through its website and social media platforms. Schools will maintain a two-week spring break this year, from March 8 to March 19, as announced by education regulator. “The Adek urges all students to cover basic subjects: Arabic, Math, Science and English,” the statement said.

“We urge parents to support their children during this period, and we encourage them to continuously communicate with schools to follow the educational process for their children,” the authority said.

It said schools have the freedom to decide what learning and online platforms to use in order to deliver lessons and assignments to students. Adek said it will work extensively over the next two weeks to provide additional educational resources if needed. Schools are also allowed to decide what

Schools are also allowed to decide what material to teach remotely.

material to teach remotely.

The Adek has also left the door open to extend the distance-learning period if deemed necessary.

“The government health authorities will continuously evaluate the situation during the holiday,” it added.

Meanwhile, for Asian schools that end their academic year in March, the Adek has designated today, March 5, as the last day of the year.