Educationist advocates academic freedom for pupils
The
principal of the Lead-Forte Gate College, Lekki, Lagos, Mr. Ben
Greyling, has said that pupils will be more creative if they are in a
good environment that guarantees academic freedom.
The educationist also argued that
qualified teachers and regular pupils’ assessment were vital assets for
standard education delivery.
He said, “The approach to continuous
improvement of a quality academic programme includes an increased
emphasis on instructional training; revised content and performance
standards; curriculum realignment and adoptions; regular assessment of
student performances; systematic and continuous student report.
“As teachers, we believe effective
teaching brings quality to, and is accountable for, the quality of
educational programmes and student support services. We recognise that
academic freedom is a catalyst for creativity and innovation; and that
technology enhances the educational experience.”
The college, he said, had some of the things that prepare students for lifelong and creative roles.
The South-African principal, however,
advised schools to adopt strategies that would aid continuous pupils’
development in a diversified society.
He said, “To raise standards would not
itself improve pupils’ performances. Pupils should be engaged in the
process and not lose faith in the goal of achieving success.
“For pupils to become fully engaged in
the teaching and learning process, teachers should provide relevant and
meaningful learning opportunities that create and hold students’
interest.
“The school, on the other hand, should
create and support an environment that will assist students feel
genuinely valued for who they are as individuals. This means inter-
relationships, respect and caring for pupils’ well-being are some of the
important priorities of quality education.”
The school’s Executive Director, Mrs. Yemi Lemo, called on parents to step up efforts in developing primary education.
She said, “It is the primary
responsibility of the government to provide qualitative education but it
is also advisable for private individuals to invest in the sector. This
will guarantee the pupils and parents the kind of education they want.”
CULLED FROM: PUNCH NEWSPAPER
August 23, 2013 by Sodiq Oyeleke
http://www.punchng.com/education/educationist-advocates-academic-freedom-for-pupils/
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Sodiq Oyeleke is a Media, Human Resources, Project Management and Public Relations Practitioner
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