A faculty member of the Educational Sciences Department at Lorestan University of Education pointed out the limitations of online education in delivering practical courses, stating that practical courses cannot be effectively taught in a virtual environment and that some teaching strategies can only be implemented in face-to-face settings.
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A Doctorate in Educational Sciences: Practical Courses Cannot Be Effectively Taught Online
Sep 17, 2026
September 17, 2026
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📰 ISNA
📋 Key Takeaway
A faculty member from Lorestan University emphasizes the challenges of teaching practical courses online, arguing that certain teaching methods are only feasible in physical classrooms. This highlights ongoing concerns about the effectiveness of virtual education in Iran.
🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line:
The debate over online education's effectiveness underscores significant challenges in Iran's educational landscape.
👥 Key Players
Lorestan University of Education
MENTIONED
Educational institution
"They play a significant role in shaping educational policies and practices in Iran, particularly in the field of educational sciences."
Faculty member of the Educational Sciences Department
MENTIONED
Academic expert
"Their insights reflect the concerns of educators regarding the effectiveness of online learning, which impacts future educational strategies."
📰 What Happened
A faculty member from Lorestan University highlighted the limitations of online education for practical courses, arguing that certain teaching methods require in-person interaction. This raises concerns about the effectiveness of virtual education in Iran.
- Practical courses are deemed ineffective when taught online.
- Certain teaching strategies can only be implemented in face-to-face settings.
💡 Why It Matters
🇮🇷 For Iran: This highlights ongoing challenges in Iran's education system, particularly in adapting to online learning, which could affect the quality of education.
🌍 Regional: Educational challenges in Iran may influence neighboring countries facing similar issues with online education.
🌐 International: The effectiveness of online education in Iran could impact international perceptions of the country's educational standards.
📚 Background
Iran has increasingly turned to online education due to various challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic, raising questions about the quality and effectiveness of virtual learning.
Online education in Iran
Impact of COVID-19 on education
📡 Source:
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📊 Confidence:
70%
The article presents an academic perspective without apparent bias, focusing on educational challenges.
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Translated from the original and edited for English readers. View original source →
Translation confidence: 85%
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