The world is changing faster than ever. Our educational systems have not kept pace with the demands of a digital and fast-paced society, nor the changing needs of a rapidly-evolving global workforce. As a result, we are seeing a massive disconnect between what our children learn in school and what they need to succeed in the modern workplace and beyond. Many young
People are not learning how to think, evaluate information critically and effectively, or develop 21st century skills such as problem solving, communication, collaboration and creative thinking. As business leaders, educators and parents we must understand that the education system we have today is not effective enough to prepare students for the future. That’s why we need an overhaul of the entire system. Read on to know more about why you should overhaul your current education system as well as some practical tips on how you can do so
The world needs educated leaders. This has never been more true than in the current era of rapid societal change, increasing global competition and technological disruption. The world has never been more interconnected, but it has never been more uncertain, either. Science, technology and society are interconnected in unprecedented ways, and this is creating new, anxiety-inducing challenges. Society and the business environment are becoming more uncertain as technology disrupts more industries and professions. As a result, the need for educated leaders who can navigate and solve these challenges is more important than ever.
Entrepreneurs, investors, government officials, and business and nonprofit leaders are all needed more than ever. Unfortunately, though, we are also seeing a decrease in these roles being filled by those who have the skills to meet these challenges. Education systems
are only partly responsible for this. The global challenge of a lack of skilled leaders is primarily due to the lack of skilled people. Education systems are only one piece of the puzzle, and they are only able to cultivate the skills that are in the curriculum at a particular time.
There are a few principles that any educational system that is serious about the development of youth must have. Firstly while educating children one has to keep in mind the concept of independence of thought. Most curriculums don't allow for students coming to their own conclusion and learning to create their own concepts. They are only given pre contrived data to
memorize and repeat This creates weak minds that aren't able to think deeply and form their own opinions.
Another popular critique of modern education is the relevance of some of the subjects discussed. Not all students will benefit from certain subjects. Each child should have a curriculum curated for them that is based on that child's interests, chosen profession, aptitude, and
style of learning. This saves time and money as children will not have to spend soo much of their lives in school learning irrelevant material.