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    Points:5

    Aren't we giving too much stress on science education?

    Background


    Almost all teen-age children in my extended family took/have taken admission in Science stream (except one) in X+II standard. The exception has had a brilliant academic record and is presently studying Psychology and doing very well.

    Almost all who studied Science in X+II, subsequently studied/have been studying Engineering. The only exception in this group happens to be my daughter, who studied M.Sc. in one of the top universities of the country, and is presently waiting for the gold medal in her stream (to be obtained in the next Convocation).

    The Issue


    But, this record has a downside. One child in our extended family is considered average. Many of us may call him below-average also. But his one quality is that he is extremely hard-working. Due to sheer hard work, he managed to get fairly good marks in 2022 CBSE Examination. Thereafter, following the 'family-tradition' and obeying the wish of parents (and disregarding my advice) he took admission in Science stream in X+II.

    Immediately thereafter his parents forced him to join four coaching institutes with an ultimate aim for admission in B.Tech. course. But, now, there is a serious problem. Despite back-breaking hard labour for daily 16 hours or often more, the unfortunate boy is not being able to cope up with the load.

    Let's discuss


    I personally am extremely pained when I watch this unfortunate boy. He is being grinded under the pressure of the aspirations of his parents and the academic performance of his brothers/sisters in the family. The boy always reminds me of my own predicament. I was also forced to study Science and later Mathematics although I liked Bengali, English and History.

    My question is: Why so much stress on science education? Why do we think students from other stream won't be successful in life?

    Members, your opinion please.
  • #773374

    Points:4
    Aren't we putting too much emphasis on science education? It's a question worth pondering. While science education is undoubtedly important, we shouldn't overlook the significance of a well-rounded education that encompasses various subjects. Science helps us understand the natural world, discover new technologies, and solve complex problems. However, focusing solely on science may neglect other equally vital areas of education, such as art, literature, history, and social sciences. A balanced education fosters creativity, critical thinking, and a broader understanding of human experiences. It's essential to strike a harmonious balance, allowing science to thrive while acknowledging the value of a holistic education that nurtures diverse talents and interests.
    Honesty is the best policy.

  • #773375

    Points:5
    This is really a thought provoking post written by the author with his inner heart. In the Indian families how the parents are so much fascinated with science though they might not be aware of abc of this stream. Of course, they have gathered a lot of informations regarding its prospects widening the doors of lucrative jobs if persuaded sincerely in that direction. They have lot of knowledge of seas although they are sitting on the fence.
    If you ask them honestly they will narrate the story of X indicating how his daughters and sons have landed in excellent jobs with their brilliant performance in both medical and engineering streams. You might be fed up with their varied explanations but they are not fed up with their valuable/ invaluable advice often advising their neighbours.
    Such a tradition inside our families is not likely to change so easily. Of course, there is the shift of such a belief in some of sensible people that taking up science stream in the higher studies will pave the way for the future of their children. These parents sit along with their children to know their attitudes and what best can be done to make their career better. Very often, the points are disagreeable to each other but ultimately both parties ultimately agree at the end that their children, too, have solid points of accepting streams other than science.

  • #773377

    Points:5
    We cannot say like this. Students of present era are very smart and they are having proper as well wrong advices from their friends rather than their parents. On one side parents mostly do not have time to spare on their children as they are just minting money for somebody else.
    In those days tenth and eleventh standard are peak in high school and eleventh standard was considered as the School final. We have to select one subject in tenth standard in addition to First Language, Second Language, Maths, Social Science and Science. For selecting the one subject we were given Algebra & Geometry, Physics, Chemistry, Zoology, Biology, Botany, History and Advance Tamil/ English. Almost all subjects were selected without any bias of Science or Maths. History and Advance Tamil/English was considered as last resort for those who were not getting any seat in the other subjects.
    So science never got neglected by any student on any time.

  • #773383

    Points:5
    A similar story is there in our house also. My brother's son is very intelligent. But he is having no interest in science subjects. When he has to join in 1st-year intermediate he told his parents that he wanted to opt for humanities. My brother said OK. But my brother's wife somehow convinced him and forced him to join in science stream. But he never performed well and failed in those subjects. Then he was admitted again to 1st inter with arts subjects. He did well and obtained good marks. He is planning to do LLB after his degree. Because of the force from his mother, he lost one year.
    The interest of the student and the ability of the student are very important. So we should not think that science is the only subject. The parents should observe their children and see what are their strong points and in which subjects they are scoring better and see that they will pursue their further education in those streams only.
    drrao
    always confident

  • #773387

    Points:4
    Just close your eyes, go back to your childhood days, and imagine someone else asking you about your future career dreams. Except that you are not spiritually oriented, you would want to become a doctor or a scientist. The above needs science steams and our society is made up of such a mentality therefore even though time has changed, and we have different other areas of earning our livelihood we are bound to think narrowly.

    There is no doubt that Graduating from the Science stream gives you better opportunities in terms of opting for career options in comparison to Art streams and perhaps due to this the science stream has more attraction for anyone keeping this always in demand.

  • #773393

    Points:3
    Traditionally science was the first preference for the students. Parents always insisted on it. They felt proud when the children got admission to engineering or medicine. The only problem came when the student could not cope with science and had to be shifted to the art side.
    One of my cousins failed miserably in science but was very successful in humanities and got very good marks in PG and got a lecturer job easily.
    Knowledge is power.

  • #773395

    Points:1
    According to Swami Vivekananda, education is the manifestation of perfection already in men. We have forgotten his words. We have equated education with academics and made it a stepping stone to get a job with fat salary. That's the problem.[
    (a) Those who have forgotten Noakhali, how can they protest Sandeshkhali?
    (b) Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it. ---------- Salvador Dali


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