I was more than a bit distressed to hear that Okanagan College has moved many in-person Adult Basic Education classes to online courses, without warning. 

I feel for the students involved.  

My experiences with Okanagan College Instructors have impacted my life greatly, and I still hear Al Hiebert's voice when I'm researching Canadian history at the National Archives. Even three decades later.

I urge Okanagan College to reconsider their decision. 

There are many benefits to in-class learning versus online learning. 

I'm sure these benefits are amplified considering the students affected are returning to the learning environment after many years away.

I feel that students have been given no option in the matter. 

If they had signed up for in-person classes, their choices should have been honoured by Okanagan College.  

Thank you,

Thomas Niedballa

Toronto, ON