text: Although I think that distance learning could work in a perfect world, the harsh realities of the every day student would not make it easier on them. In this new age of technology I think it is extremely crucial, especially with younger students, to take every chance they have for real socialization and collaboration and not stifle it. It should be encouraged to attend class at school allowing for parents to be less stress and students to have a place where they are technology free.           To Whom it may concern