Offline School Experiment

Balikpapan, Indonesia
October 28, 2021 9:56pm CST
Warning: This story will take a long time to read. The story's material is based on a personal experience from my perspective. My school did an offline learning experiment yesterday. There's only 18 students in one class, and three of them are absent. There are 15 students in total. I thought offline school would be fun at first. can meet up with friends, joke around, talk about things, and so on. However, when I arrived in class with one of my close friends, the room was unusually silent. It was quite silent. No one said anything. Until two boys walked out of the room to chat. The first hour is signaled by the ringing of the bell. Our homeroom teacher, who also happens to be our math teacher, walks into the classroom. Our teacher are known for cracking jokes and teaching in a lighthearted manner. We had a lot of laughs. The atmosphere in class is no longer uneasy. However, issues began to emerge. I don't carry my phone to school with me. It just doesn't sit right with me (our school also has a rule not to bring cell phones to school). I went to school to teach face to face, so I didn't think to bring my phone with me. Our math teacher asked if we had brought our phones because we would be learning crafts and civics education online. Except for me, who remained silent, all of my friends replied yes. My teacher requested us to access Google Classroom and look at the tasks she assigned us on each other's cellphones because the wifi at school is quite slow. I pretended to be working on my phone. When my teacher was about to approach me, I felt tense. I'm not sure, but I'm afraid I'd be humiliated if this got out. The math class is ended, and now it's time to start learning about crafts. Fortunately, our teacher only instructed us to create groups. My friend had also taken a leave of absence for me. I'm in a depressed state. Instead, I chose to use the computer at school. However, there was no power outlet in the computer room when I arrived. All of them are used by the teacher. Back to class for me and my friend. The bell for recess tolls. I packed my lunch but was hesitant to consume it. I'm not at ease, for the same reason as before. I just drank water and ate biscuits. Our BK teacher appeared out of nowhere. She was enraged that the students did not maintain a safe distance from one another when they should have remained seated. My teacher slammed her fist into the table. Her voice was soothing, but it frightened us. I was initially perplexed as to why she was so dreaded at school, despite the fact that she was extremely nice to me; nonetheless, this appears to be the explanation. She emerged a few minutes later. The process of learning English begins. I don't think I'll be able to sit here for much longer. I've always wanted to move my desk and chair back and forth to find a more comfortable position, but I didn't since the friction on the floor would make a lot of noise (and I don't want to be the center of attention). I'm dizzy as well. I'm exhausted. My eyes are also watering. Why does it seem so tiring just to sit? I make every effort to pay attention to my teacher's lessons. Today, I'm constantly uneasy. I didn't think I was, but now I'm convinced. When our energy seems to run out as a result of being in a crowd. The study has come to an end. Citizenship Education is where it all starts. This is also online. I pity the students that have to study at school. I walked until it was safe to do so when I arrived home, because I was desperate to get to school. I'm not a fan of sweating, but I believe this will be beneficial. But, what is the point of going to school merely to take online classes? Fortunately, there isn't a Google meetup for this type of learning. There are only three questions in total. I only completed two of the questions since we were required to create a poster for question three. I forgot to bring my drawing book with me. These three questions would have been easy if I had studied at home. I'm not going to be late to pick up this assignment, either.. Others are still at their jobs. I'd like to take a break. I tried to sleep with my bag as a pillow, but it only made my headache worse. It is, nonetheless, more comfortable than sitting in the same position. It's 12:15 p.m. right now. School is over. We were initially hesitant to leave the class, but other classes have done so as well (most classes are still not finished). I was exhausted and dizzy, but I needed to go home. Some students on motorcycles were monitoring me while I was walking (most of our school students bring motorbikes). It continues to happen. It irritates me greatly. Why are you gazing at me among so many others? I really don't want to go to school. There is nothing wonderful about it. If I have to choose between studying in school and studying at home later, I will prefer the latter.
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8 responses
@dawnald (85129)
• Shingle Springs, California
29 Oct 21
Most schools here in the US do have computers, not necessarily one to a student though, but I believe the don't allow cell phone use in class. Sounds like this is an adult class though? What part of Indonesia are you from?
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@Geoffmax (275)
30 Oct 21
In my school in indonesia we do have computer but the computer is only for teacher, my school allows students to bring cell phone but no one plays phone during class unless teacher allows us for some reason to study
@Anqaya (3033)
• United States
30 Oct 21
Don't worry. When you find yourself in an uneasy position in school, just try to think something else. Maybe something funny or a song or you know..... People may laugh to find a school student so stressed up but these days teenagers face most of the stress. I also had similar situations. Luckily though, my friends were great, they helped me and vice- versa whenever there was an awkward situation. Some of my teachers were also bad...in the bad way.
@Nakitakona (56322)
• Philippines
30 Oct 21
There are reasons why studying is so difficult these days due to pandemic. Thus, home study is preferred by most of the people. It will take time to get back to normal way of life. Just be contented of what is practical nowadays.
@Andini (3211)
• Indonesia
30 Oct 21
I think long time students is studying by online so they used to but after some periods the life again like normal. Online or offline study both have some advantages and disadvantages.
• Indonesia
29 Oct 21
Hai, don't be sad. I'm reading your share look's boring. Maybe because it's been a while real school. Never give up, if you real school, you can.
@Geoffmax (275)
30 Oct 21
Keep fighting mate
@erictsuma (9727)
• Mombasa, Kenya
29 Oct 21
I think both learning at home and school are important. Have a nice day.
@t100068 (289)
29 Oct 21
While studying at home is important so is studying at school. But it might be harder to study at school because of the pandemic. Overall, studying is really important and there should be a school and life balance. Have an amazing day, and hopefully school becomes better soon.