SIEM REAP - 17 March 2020 - Students are advised to learn remotely as all public and private academic institutes in Cambodia temporarily shut their doors in response to the upswing in COVID-19 cases in the Kingdom, the Ministry of Education said yesterday.
In line with the closures, all academic institutes are mandated by the Education Ministry to collect information regarding the travel histories of students and staffers, especially those who have visited countries with reported surges in COVID-19 cases, by March 16.
While the responses of parents toward the nationwide closures have been of general relief and support, some are still left with concerns.
“Parents fear for the health and safety of young children since they do not possess the proper knowledge or ability to care for themselves. Because of this, many parents also feel hesitant to bring their kids to school,” said 33-year-old parent Tim Malia.
“After coming home from work, I will provide instruction for my children as much as I can. I will urge them to practice writing and reading as well as do their homework while on a temporary vacation,” she added.
Source: https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50702462/students-retreat-online-as-schools-closed-nationwide/
