–        Chaitanya Sinha

Class 10, Klorofeel School, Brahmapur

When discussing education, it is essential to remember that expectations and reality are distinct entities. You may not achieve the same outcome when compelling someone to join a program. Similarly, if someone is not suited for studies, we should not expend much effort trying to make them fit. There are reasons why lions are not used for ploughing fields and fish are not asked to paint masterpieces. Therefore, the foundation of an effective education system must begin with focusing on those engaged in it. Investing effort in those involved in studies would positively impact individual growth. On the other hand, we cannot neglect that studies provide us with a basic understanding of the world and, to some extent, an introduction to the developed aspects of our world, which are not readily apparent. Learning can be achieved in various ways. One must not limit oneself to dedicating specific hours to it. There are everyday lessons that are remembered and used throughout our lives. Specifying something can create pressure and a risk of false assurance. We, as humans, are remarkably adept at seeing things, and we rarely encounter trouble with our eyesight. Similarly, if learning occurs throughout the day, there is logical reasoning behind why we would see improvements. Rather than relying solely on textbooks and having students write notes, it would be much better to give them the chance to discover concepts and reason independently. It may sound challenging because we often think that knowledge should be imparted to students, which is not true. Students are eager to learn if we don’t force them to acknowledge it. We can only ensure that resources are available to fill the gaps in their understanding. There will be challenges in this, but we are already blessed with a solution. A teacher can oversee all these aspects. Teachers can guide students toward the conceptual gaps in their current knowledge and surroundings. They can demonstrate how to invest time and experiment effectively.

There will still be clarifications needed for subjects other than science, such as math, social science, literature, and the study of the great beings who have led us to the remarkable vision we possess today. This includes scientists, authors, artists, and historians. Such gaps will inevitably arise when adapting to this new way of learning. However, we can counter this through the one thing we depend on: written sources. We can finally utilise books, articles, and verbal teachings. A more effective approach is to create an environment that embraces discovery, invention, and effort. Some things must be tolerated. This includes the abolition of censorship, rules, supervision, and, most importantly, guidance. One primary reason for the inefficiency in the current education system is the excessive help use. Any help will often lead to a lack of confidence, risk of misunderstanding, dependency, and delays in reaching potential. Instead of helping, we can show them what others have accomplished—things that were once considered supernatural but are not now. But at last, it’s better to let them walk on their own path, and we don’t. There is one last thing that remains, beginning. To make students start all these, major components are required. Those include self-confidence, discipline, expressing themselves, engaging in sports, giving opportunities to present

themselves and their makings, giving them a stage to show their physical beauty. Physical beauty is a vast thing often neglected because of false ethical concepts. If something is seen as bad, it’s limited within its motive and this also is not hard at all. Igniting such curiosity is done by the environment. I want to ensure that all these changes can only work with willingness and nothing else. It is an easy and undisturbed path that ensures a hundred percent success in making our education system the best in the world.

In conclusion, I would say that exams must be removed, and voluntary tests, which students would give on a specific day, would be better. Also, there shouldn’t be any class division but division based on years of learning. This way, we will raise humans and not machines bound to focus on the limited world.

Master Chaitanya Sinha views on education published in Gyanprakash,  Bhubaneswar and Delhi simultaneously.