Unaware of the future of education
Knowledge is fundamental
to the development of individuals, societies, and nations. Thanks to the
advancement and rapid development of technology, the style of education
has changed drastically in every sphere of
life.
Lockdowns caused by the
coronavirus has severely affected the education system around the world.
Developed countries have so far become normal in New Normal due to their
knowledge of technology and facilities but the situation in Pakistan is not yet
satisfactory.
Across the country, where
schools are once again closed due to the third wave of coronavirus, college
and university education continues, but concerns remain. The online system had
affected the education system.
What will be the future
of education in such a situation? "It's a
million-dollar question, it's too early to answer, but one thing is for sure,
we have to adapt our teaching system to current technology," he said.
There is no other choice.
Human connection and
physical affiliation are the heart of education. There can be no
substitute for physical dialogue between teacher and students. Technology is by
no means a substitute for the role and usefulness of a teacher. But given the
time and circumstances, equipping and training teachers with modern technology
is an important investment. In this regard, there is an urgent need to change
the training of teachers, teaching style and mindset, because teachers are the
leaders who will shape the minds of the architects of the future of our nation.
One philosopher has
eloquently stated this fact: "Teaching is a sacred profession. And I think
that because of their profession, teachers are holy beings, like angels,
guiding the light from the darkness of their throats. "
A report by the World
Economic Forum 2021 highlights the fact that the coronavirus has made
it clear to us that we cannot leave the future of education to chance. In
this regard, we need to work on many new projects, through which we can plan
for the future and achieve better results. We must not forget the fact that we
may face many new challenges in the future. In order to fulfill our educational vision and mission, we must not only take steps that seem
appropriate and feasible to us, but we must take extraordinary steps in view of
the circumstances.
The report highlights
four key points:
1 The teaching process in
schools should be improved, organized, and affiliated with international
organizations and institutions. Ensure the provision of modern technology in
schools.
2: The education system should be outsourced because now the education system has become public. Therefore, other
platforms, mediums, and tools should be used for education. Get support
from IT and media companies for online learning.
3: The school should be
central to the attainment of education and training, but the educational process should not be limited to the school walls.
4: Education should
be equal and accessible to everyone, everywhere, at all times. The gap between
extra-curricular and extra-curricular activities should now be closed and every
individual should be educated according to his / her own preferences, abilities, and hobbies.
You just have to be more
discriminating with the help you render toward other people. We need to think
out of the box, not just our own strategy for the future. It is time to take
action, not to cry and lament problems. The education system
needs to be prepared for this change.
We know the power of
human qualities and the benefits of learning and moving forward in life. We
must make the importance of education a top
priority for the public good and the collective good.
Teacher Training:
A teacher only earns a salary, but a great teacher attains the status of honor,
good name, honesty, fame, and benevolence. A teacher is a multi-talented artist
who makes the best use of his art to reach the soul of the student. Teacher,
live more than one life
According to experts, we
have to formulate our education policy
by following these points.
Free from time and space
constraints:
We need to modernize our education
system in such a way that it is free from the
constraints of time and space.
Individual Learning:
Education is now
an individual process. Everyone must prioritize learning according to their
will and personal freedom.
The concept of coercion
and beatings in education is completely gone. It depends on the complete
free will of man.
Project basis:
Career basics and
learning methods have changed. The focus should be on project-based learning,
not on degrees and courses.
Practical field
experience:
This is a big problem in
Pakistan. There is a huge gap between the university and the industry which
needs to be bridged by the students seeking practical experience in their field.
Data era:
Today is the age of data
and specialization. Everything is described through data, so the education system also needs to be connected to data.
Examination Procedure:
The Pakistani examination
system is already plagued by many questions, but there is an urgent need to
change its approach after going online.
Ownership of seeking
knowledge:
The most important and
key role will be played by the students. They have to complete the process of
their education. Only if students take this process seriously can the
desired results be achieved. Students need to get out of the degree race and
focus on learning so that they can polish their skills according to the
changing times.
The role of mentor:
Mentor s
are the people who identify you, they are the ones who reduce the distance to
your destination and show you the way to the destination. The role of mentor
s is very important in the life of every successful person and in
today's age of modern, advanced, and specialization, the importance of mentor
s increases even more. There are numerous methods, ideas, and formulas
for searching for mentors around the world on which books and articles have been
written and many documentaries and films have been made on the subject.
Training, workshops and
courses on this particular subject are conducted all over the world. Mentorship is an art that is no longer limited to sports, spirituality, and
business but is now considered essential to every aspect of life. It plays a
very important role in your personal, professional, and spiritual life. How to
find and access a good mentor?
This is an important and
difficult question, the answer to which is different for every human being. In
my opinion, a good mentor is a person in whose presence and friendship you have a
sense of self-confidence, trust, and above all, self-confidence.
When choosing a mentor,
choose a person whose personality, life, and work impress you. That person is a
role model for you. May his own life be ideal and have everything you are
looking for. Remember this is a relationship in which trust, confidence, and
mutual respect are very important. You go to a mentor to choose a mentor
and ask him or her to guide you through your career. It is also up to
you how much importance and authority you give to your mentor in your life. This
is a voluntary and selfless relationship.
Why is a mentor necessary?
Mentor gives
you the ability to see different aspects of life from unique angles,
perspectives and perspectives. Mentor motivates you to think about
life events and opportunities that you never thought possible.
The mentor assists you in
analyzing your identity, self-knowledge and above all based on the reality of
life and encourages you to work towards achieving your set goals.
Mentor brings
you out of the dream world and into the real world and talks to you about
aspects of life that not everyone can tell you.
We must remember that education
is not a one-sided process but a shared
responsibility of the government, society, parents, teachers, and students, and
that unless all individuals play their part in any society, the pace of
development in society can’t do what they want.
But with all these
questions comes another question that comes to mind that where Pakistani
society is facing difficulties due to its political, social, and economic
problems, how we will face new challenges in the field of education. Are we as a
nation really planning ahead on this important point? Time will tell, which we
have very little, if not all.
