Considerations in the Reopening of Higher Education Institutions

On 8 July, the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) announced the full reopening of higher education institutions by October. Considering the inaccessibility of online learning to some students and the inability to carry out laboratory sessions for certain courses, the reopening of higher education institutions seems to be necessary and timely. Inclusivity has to be the guiding principle for higher education institutions and the government in deciding the form of the reopening. Policy related to the reopening has to be simple and clear for all students while still accommodating special cases. While we strive to ensure equal access to education for students from all walks of life in deciding to reopen campuses, now is also an opportune time for the higher education institutions to accelerate digital initiatives beyond Covid-19.