Minister for Federal Education Shafqat Mehmood Wednesday announced PTV starting broadcasting distance learning classes through Tele School channel for students of Grade 1 to 12 from next week.
Government has taken the initiative to reduce academic losses of students due to coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak. The education ministry in agreement with PTV has launched a TV channel, Tele School, to provide curriculum content during closure of educational institution.
Minister said the Tele School channel will be available from 8am to 6pm. He further added that during the morning session, juniors will be given classes followed by seniors. He said that the PTV’s team would also add graphics and make some changes to attract attention of the students.