The Need for Curriculum Reform in the Wake of Musa's Tragedy

This incident has highlighted the inadequacies of our curriculum. It made me realize that the longstanding criticism of our education system primarily stems from the curriculum itself.

Today, the tragic death of Musa is a widespread topic of discussion. Everyone is talking about it on social media, in newspapers, or in private conversations. Videos related to Musa's case have garnered numerous comments, with opinions divided. Some blame the hospital's negligence, while others point to the narrow-mindedness of university teachers as the cause of his death.

While it's clear that the university and hospital administrations are at fault, my focus in this blog is not to target them, but to scrutinize our curriculum.

This incident has highlighted the inadequacies of our curriculum. It made me realize that the longstanding criticism of our education system primarily stems from the curriculum itself. Despite rising literacy rates, we haven't seen corresponding development, and the reason lies in our outdated curriculum. Designed by many educated individuals, our curriculum is so restrictive that it leaves no room for expansion. Even in the 21st century, we are studying the same outdated material that was taught decades ago, which is why we've fallen behind other nations.

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Globally, students have a plethora of subjects to choose from, allowing them to study what they love. This freedom is the secret to their success and progress. Unfortunately, we lack this flexibility. We continue exploring what our parents learned, without questioning its relevance. How can we expect progress if we are stuck in the past?

Educated youth are the strength of any nation and the backbone of its economy. However, are we providing our youth with the education they desire? In my parents' era, becoming an engineer or doctor was the only respectable path, and this mindset persists today, keeping us narrow-minded.

Our curriculum does not include creative subjects like music, fashion, filmmaking, photography, writing, or acting. Even if some institutions offer these subjects, they are not accessible to the general public. Introducing such subjects into our curriculum seems like a distant dream. Young people with these passions often face significant obstacles, such as a lack of university acceptance, hostel accommodation, or parental approval. Additionally, extracurricular activities in educational institutions have diminished so much that even those passionate about the arts cannot pursue them, leading to a loss of talent.

Our curriculum urgently needs revision. Education should broaden minds and foster awareness, but if our system remains narrow-minded and our educators confine us to outdated knowledge, we will never progress.