Although virtual learning has advantages like the freedom of having personalized
lessons anywhere, at any time and at one’s own pace and rhythm, it does have
drawbacks. To me, the traditional school is necessary because it’s the place
where kids acquire not only learning skills but only social and behavioral
skills which are of great importance to their emotional development. So, where
would the child learn how to get along with people if he spends most of his
time in front of his computer? Would he be able to have normal relationships
with his relatives and friends? I believe the answer is doubtful. Besides, virtual learning,
which involves sitting with one’s eyes glued on the computer screen, is not
helpful either for the physical growth of kids. Children, who don’t hustle and
bustle, who don’t run or play outside in the open air may develop health
problems later on. In fact, a lot of people whose work involves a lot of sitting
suffer from backaches, weight and other diseases. For all these reasons I
believe virtual learning is good only in certain circumstances and only for a certain
category of people or children: children who can’t move about because of some
physical handicaps or university students who have other responsibilities and
can’t attend the scheduled lessons or lectures. From that point of view virtual learning is
of a great help.
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