In-Person or Remote... Gyeongbuk Office of Education Allows School-Based Academic Operation Adjustments

The Principle Is Normal School Attendance, with Remote Classes Also Possible by School

Gyeongbuk Office of Education.

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Gwiyeol] The Gyeongbuk Office of Education announced on the 22nd that, considering the spread of infectious diseases in the new semester, it will maintain the previously announced principle of normal school attendance but allow schools to adjust academic operation types flexibly according to regional and school-specific situations during the first two weeks of March.

For schools where COVID-19 cases have been concentrated at the start of the new semester, the policy is to switch entirely to remote classes or operate academic schedules flexibly, such as some grades attending in person while others attend remotely.

From March 2 to 11, designated as the new semester adaptation week, schools will have expanded autonomy to operate academic schedules flexibly, including shortening class hours or adjusting density.

To protect the learning rights of students who find it difficult to attend school due to confirmed infection or quarantine, alternative learning will be provided, including real-time broadcasting of class scenes.

Students who do not wish to attend school due to concerns about infectious diseases can utilize home study for up to 60 days annually. After home study, focused support will be provided to prevent issues such as learning loss or psychological and emotional anxiety.

Deputy Superintendent Song Gidong said, “Although the spread of Omicron is severe, we will focus on on-site support to ensure students’ safe attendance in the new school year.”

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