Fighting Corona Virus – How Valeem Is Helping Students Around The Country

The impact of Coronavirus continues to be felt around the world, from the global economy to the tourism industries of countries like Italy where towns are in lockdown and bookings are being cancelled. The outbreak has forced countries to implement measures like closing down educational institutions, offices and even borders.  Educational institutes in Pakistan have been closed till 13th March. It is also likely that the impromptu vacations may be extended depending on the situation. This has been a huge setback for educational institutes, forcing them to turn to alternatives like online platforms to teach students. Here is how online learning platforms are helping students:

Since examinations are around the corner, the news of closure of educational institutes created panic among students , teachers and the school management. 

Some institutes have cancelled or postponed their exams. Schools and colleges are turning to online platforms. Teachers are conducting online classes and some schools are even taking exams online.

• Valeem Making Its Platform Free For All To Use

Valeem is an online learning platform with reach in over 10 countries. The tutors and students from all over the world have been using this platform for live and interactive online classes for over a year now. The platform is fully equipped with state of the art Learning Management System and integrated video conferencing service.

In the wake of this academic crisis, Valeem has opened its platform for everyone for free., thus allowing teachers to continue teaching and to complete their syllabus from the safety of their homes. Parents, teachers and students from across the country have appreciated this initiative .

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• Teachers Using Online Apps and Recorded Lectures to Stay In Touch With Students

Teachers are using alternative methods to ensure that they can continue teaching. Apps like Zoom, Skype, Botim, WhatsApp are allowing teachers to hold video conferences. Teachers are also sharing content, giving quizzes and assignments on Edmodo, an app that allows communication between students and teachers.

The way schools, and teachers are trying to cover for the losses is appreciable. 

• Offering Support to Students

Valeem is offering support to students affected by the epidemic. This health emergency is forcing students to choose between their education and health. By extending support to students, our platform is ensuring that students do not have to compromise on either their health or education.

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Online learning platforms like Valeem, Khan Academy, Udemy, Coursera are playing a great part in encouraging the public to use technology in education. They are also helping schools and colleges adjust to incorporate online learning as part of their curriculum. Should a global health crisis like this occur again, online educational platforms will be ready to take up the challenge.