The forsaken form of education…

         

For what is being constantly backed to be improvised, revitalized and revamped, the education sector reforms and initiatives have been making the headlines every other day. But unfortunately, most of these efforts of giving a new face to the current education system are focusing on the improving the existing content and introduction of industry aligned courses.

Have you ever wondered, what is the precise definition of education itself? Let’s have a look!

Wikipedia itself offered me the most lucid definition of education. At least, I found it clear enough for me to be able to easily introduce the missing piece in the structural foundation of the current education system. The definition reads “Education is the process of facilitating learning, or the acquisition of knowledge, skills, values and habits.”

Without wasting much of your precious time, I would like to draw your attention to the term ‘Values’ present in the above definition. As much as the other aspects have been taken care of or being paid attention, this aspect of education has been on an exponential decline and almost thrown out of the entire scenario.

Let me assert the validity of my concern by reminding you of the recent controversy involving two of our most followed cricket celebrities making some brash statements on a popular talk show. The criticism they attracted, whether or not any disciplinary actions should be initiated against them is none of my concern. The root cause behind this whole controversy were the statements made. This is where values and ethics come into play. Do I further need to explain the importance of the most neglected form of education.

A person needs to undergo four forms of education in his/her learning days.

·       Scholastic education

·       Professional education (Specialization)

·       Financial education

·       Value education

The scholastic education is the most basic form of education which teaches you how to read, write and do math. Professional education is the one you receive in order to expand your knowledge in your field of interest. Financial education is also being provided to only those who are opting for these courses. Whereas, basic financial education is a must for people from all walks of life irrespective of their working jargons.

Last but not least, and the most important of them all, value education deserves much more attention than it is being paid as far as the current state of education in our nation is concerned. An environment in which our young ones are being forced to enter is full of hardships.

A young mind needs to tackle the mounting pressure, the pouncing predators, the bad influences, the existing prejudices, and an eternal list of troubles. Imagine the mental strength one needs to possess while entering this brutal war-zone. The mental strength is nothing but the moral values instilled and imbibed at the grassroots level. The foundation of human values is an asset which need to be refuelled at regular intervals. If not paid due attention, you may fall prey irrespective of your mental toughness!

However, a person motivated by a desire to succeed alone or someone who always eyes his personal gain can never be trusted upon with the tasks of development and driving ahead the cart of progress. The person may excel in his job depending upon his skills. But, his decisions won’t be driven in a bid to secure a better position and a conducive environment for other fellow beings.

Value education is something which needs to be taken care of with some sheer urgency. For the millennials are certainly running berserk and the consequences are flashing more often than not in the headlines much to our dismay. 

Novel ideas and solutions regarding the above discussed concern from your side would be much appreciated.