State universities require funding if online education is to continue in IndiaA year since the outbreak of COVID-19, online education remains a chimera in India. Notwithstanding their preparedness, higher education institutions were directed by the government to shift from classroom education to online education. They instructed teachers and students to move to online classes without taking cognisance of changes needed in infrastructure, training, etc. Also Read Study highlights online education woesA transition from conventional classroom teaching and learning to online education needs to be done in a phased manner. Study materialAnother predicament in online education is the preparation of appropriate study material.

Source: The Hindu May 25, 2021 18:45 UTC