One of the pedagogical
models that fascinated me while doing B.Ed. was Benjamin Bloom’s taxonomy. The
model presents three domains all of which should get due attention from the
education system. They are cognitive, affective and psychomotor domains of
learning and refer respectively to mental skills, development of right
attitudes and creation of a value system, and physical skills.
The present education
system in India is heavily loaded in favour of the first. A lot of knowledge is
imparted to students. Certain skills are developed too in the laboratories and
playgrounds. When it comes to the affective domain, a lot more remains to be
done. This is the most major drawback of the system, I think.
If due attention is paid
to the affective domain, our students will move out of the schools with a
well-developed value system of their own. The way hatred is spread through the
social media and other platforms is a clear indication of failure in this
regard. Anyone with a clear value system of his own will not be swayed by the
false information that is bombarding us from every corner today.
A well-developed
affective domain enables one to discriminate between good and evil, to choose
the good and act on it, and enhance the welfare of humanity in general.
India is passing through
a historical phase when much of the past history is being rewritten with
motives that are often suspect. There is a clear political agenda which
attracts a sizeable section of the country’s population. The greatest irony,
perhaps, is that such a large number of people – a very large number indeed –
are supposedly feeling insecure in the country on account of considerably
smaller communities.
Obviously there is
something seriously wrong with the system if such large numbers of people are
feeling insecure which in turn gives rise to violence and strife. We cannot
expect the system to correct itself in the given environment because the very
creators of the system are responsible for the distortions of truths as well as
minds. I think teachers can play a vital role here. Let there be more noble
teachers who will help form healthy attitudes and values in their students.
You are absolutely right 👍 Tomichan. Teachers play vital role in building the required foundation including healthy attitudes and values in their students.
ReplyDeleteAnd that's a tough job too. It's worth, however.
DeleteAt the present time there is a lot of emphasis on left brain oriented activities. People with right brain emphasis are considered weak. A balance is needed between both sides for a balanced human being. It is true, we in India need job oriented education to employ youth. At the same time, the value of honesty and integrity over pure monetary gain should be emphasised.
ReplyDeletePrecisely.
Deletewell said -absolutely --much depends on what the teachers instill
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