PM Hun Manet: Digital Education is Advanced, But Don't Abandon Books; Some Countries Reverting to Books After Student Decline
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet acknowledged the advancements of digital education but stressed the importance of reading and learning from physical books. Citing examples of some developed nations experiencing declining student performance due to over-reliance on digital methods and subsequently returning to books, he emphasized that integrating both approaches is crucial for enhancing educational quality.
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