Bangladesh's outdated education system stifles critical thinking and innovation
Bangladesh's pre-university education system is failing to prepare students for modern challenges. In a fast-changing world, skills like critical thinking, adaptability, and ethical reasoning are crucial—but the current approach prioritises rote learning and rigid curricula instead.
The country's education model remains heavily exam-driven, rewarding memorisation over deep understanding. Students face content-heavy syllabuses that leave little room for curiosity or independent thought. As a result, many struggle when confronted with ambiguity or unfamiliar problems.
This narrow focus weakens more than just individual potential. A workforce trained to follow instructions rather than innovate limits Bangladesh's ability to respond to crises or drive long-term progress. The system's rigid definition of ability also sidelines disciplines beyond a few academic subjects, further restricting opportunities.
Experts warn that these shortcomings extend beyond the economy. Without skills like interdisciplinary thinking and ethical reasoning, social resilience suffers. Polarisation deepens, and democratic processes lose strength when citizens lack the tools to engage critically with complex issues.
To address these gaps, MM Shahidul Hassan has proposed creating a National Pre-University Education Assessment and Framework Development Authority. This body would evaluate teaching quality, curriculum design, and infrastructure across schools. It would also develop standardised national curricula, improve assessment methods, and ensure fair access for all students. Teacher training and ongoing monitoring would form key parts of the reform.
The proposed authority aims to shift education from memorisation to skills that matter in the 21st century. A unified, future-focused framework could better equip students for technological change, ethical dilemmas, and global competition. Without reform, the system risks leaving both individuals and the nation unprepared for the challenges ahead.
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