(CNN Philippines) Metro Manila — The Department of Education (DepEd) is amending its strict order for the full return to face-to-face classes after President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. said hybrid learning can continue in “very specific areas.”

Malacañang did not give details on the parameters that will allow online classes.

The president said during a Cabinet meeting that he prefers that students attend in-person classes, but he instructed the DepEd to prepare the learning devices and other supplies that may be needed for blended learning.

Vice President and DepEd Secretary Sara Duterte, who previously didn’t yield to appeals for blended learning, said they will craft a plan for in-person classes to be approved by Marcos.