Sunday, July 27, 2008

Gulfnews: Parents in UAE opt for e-schooling as 'challenging alternative'

Gulfnews: Parents in UAE opt for e-schooling as 'challenging alternative'

Parthiv said he studies an average of five hours a day covering around six subjects in the academic year.

"At times I prefer going to normal schools to make friends, but I don't get bored while studying this way because there is a lot of animation in the programmes. It's like chatting with the teacher while studying online," he said.

Parents play the role of learning coaches and they are guided by certified tutors from the academy. Educators at the academy stress the role of the parents in this process.

"This is for parents who want to and have the time, patience and willingness to get engaged with the students' learning."