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Reading Matters, Part II: The Lost Passion For Learning

July 14, 2007

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“Isn’t that the purpose of school? To help you pass your exams?”

The conversation between the high school girl and her father came to mind, as I was watching Hermione in the Harry Potter 5 movie. She was saying that school weren’t concerned anymore about the students learning, but rather they’re simply preoccupied with the students memorizing prescribed school books (but not understanding it or applying the concepts) so as to pass examinations.

That stuck with me and it made me realize how similar the situation of the fantastic Hogwarts school of Witchcraft and Wizardry is with what’s happening in our very own schools.

The greater emphasis on grades has been the prevailing belief back in my high school days and I wouldn’t be surprised if it is still the current trend. Ask any high school student why he is studying and most probably he’d tell you he’s doing it so “he could pass his exams”. Only few would admit to a goal of being truly educated. Many students would even go as far as giving “special favors” to faculty members or even to administrative officers just to add some points to their grades, especially those who’re after making it or maintaining status in the honors’ list. And, of course, some scrupulous people will take advantage of this certain situation to make few bucks themselves. Also, many of you have your own share of horror stories about classmates who’d do anything, even hurt or deceive their own classmates and friends, just to gain an advantage in a particular exam.

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Written by Prudence · Filed Under Education, Entertainment, Personal 

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