See the individual, not just the student

See the individual, not just the student

I wish to comment on Mrs. Lestari's letter on student brawls
published in The Jakarta Post on Sept. 8, 1999. She suggests that
it is not appropriate to take the culprits to the police station,
instead, they should be brought back to their respective schools
and lectured on good conduct. She also suggests that a police
officer be placed at school to punish, if necessary, the
delinquent students.

My idea, however, focuses on the curriculum provided by the
school from which the students come. Since young students are so
active and creative in physical movement, it is better that the
school concerned is provided not only with a curriculum which is
designed for instructional programs but also includes the needs
and interests of the students. This is a type of curriculum in
which teaching plans grow out of individual needs and interests,
not a curriculum that is imposed on leaners.

This type of education originates from the so called
"progressive schools" in several nations, and especially in the
U.S. where educators have endeavored to develop a somewhat
"unplanned" curriculum based on the needs and interests of
learners.

So, if the students love fighting, why doesn't the school
provide boxing rings to do boxing after class or during the class
breaks.

Boys, you should note that other nations have landed their men
on the moon thanks to their educational and schooling programs.

ODO FADLOELI

Bandung, West Java