Gwangju University Extends 'Non-Face-to-Face Classes' Due to Prolonged COVID-19 Until the 24th

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Yoon Jamin] Gwangju University announced on the 2nd that it will extend the current non-face-to-face classes until the 24th to prevent the spread and infection of COVID-19. Accordingly, face-to-face classes will be conducted starting from the 27th.

Gwangju University is enhancing the delivery of non-face-to-face online lectures and improving students' academic achievement and participation by utilizing video lectures (Zoom), YouTube, along with the existing online lecture operation systems, ChiWell Studio and e-Campus.

In particular, Gwangju University plans to continuously provide educational programs and support by guiding all professors to conduct online classes using content they have created themselves and by providing manuals.

Han Gyumu, Dean of Academic Affairs at Gwangju University, said, "As the Ministry of Education recommends extending non-face-to-face classes due to the spread of COVID-19, our university has also reviewed various options and extended the non-face-to-face classes," adding, "We will continuously monitor students' suggestions regarding non-face-to-face classes and resolve any issues."

Meanwhile, to address the shortage of hours and quality issues in experimental and practical subjects caused by non-face-to-face classes, Gwangju University extended the supplementary period from the original one week to two weeks, resulting in the end of the semester being postponed by three weeks from June 19 to July 10.

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