Making good citizens more important than making children score good marks: AAP
During the closing ceremony of a five-day training programme by the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) to understand the objectives of the 'Happiness Curriculum', Delhi Education Minister Atishi emphasized that the focus of education should be on creating good citizens rather than simply ensuring high test scores.
According to Atishi, while schools currently focus on teaching the content of subjects to prepare children for professional success, they often neglect to teach essential life skills that are required for everyday challenges. This leads to students being unprepared for the realities of life despite spending over a decade in school. Therefore, the minister believes that it is crucial to prioritize the development of good citizens in the education system.
Atishi also praised the success of the 'Happiness Curriculum', which was introduced in Delhi government schools about five years ago. She stated that the program has been effective in training students to become better human beings, and the teachers have made it their top priority to ensure that children receive this important education. The minister's emphasis on developing good citizens aligns with the vision of the Arvind Kejriwal government for Delhi's education system.