Philippine universities may shift to fully online classes amid rising costs
The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) has given colleges and universities the option to move to fully online classes. The decision comes as rising fuel prices and transportation costs put financial pressure on students. Reactions to the shift remain divided, with some welcoming the change while others call for a more balanced approach. Under the new policy, schools can now choose to hold 100 percent of their classes online. CHED introduced the measure to ease the financial strain on learners caused by soaring oil prices and transport expenses. The goal is to keep education accessible while giving institutions greater flexibility.
Students have responded with mixed views. Fierre Marie Daquiado, from the University of the Visayas, supports the move, saying online classes help save money on travel. Andria Abajo, a Cebu Technological University student, also prefers hybrid learning due to the current economic challenges. However, not all learners agree. Era Figuracion, another University of the Visayas student, finds face-to-face classes more productive and easier to adapt to. Many have pointed out that the shift could widen inequality, as students from low-income households often struggle more with online setups. While students are not rejecting digital learning outright, they are asking for better support systems. The call is for a fairer transition, ensuring no one is left behind as education moves increasingly online.
The policy allows schools to adjust their teaching methods in response to economic pressures. It aims to reduce costs for students while maintaining access to education. However, concerns remain about fairness and the need for stronger support to help all learners adapt.
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