From the editor: Utilise the World Cup
Jun 29, 2010
THE World Cup kicked off over two weeks ago. The excitement that the matches have generated demonstrates that this is no ordinary event.
THE World Cup kicked off over two weeks ago. The excitement that the matches have generated demonstrates that this is no ordinary event.
Given that most of the matches are scheduled in the afternoon, many schools are facing a challenge of synchronising the matches with school programme.
A recent strike in Nganwa High School in which students burnt the administration block after they were denied a chance to watch World Cup demonstrates such a challenge. The student behaviour is unacceptable and should be condemned.
However, schools need to see the bigger picture and strive to tap into the opportunity. World cup is an event that will last only four weeks but carries with it immense learning opportunities that schools can exploit.
There is a lot students can learn from the 32 participating teams in different subjects and at different educational levels. Although academics take precedence, schools can still allow students to watch World Cup without encroaching on study time. This global event should not be seen as a source of conflict but a social force that facilitates harmony.
The World Cup provides a rare, yet rich educational opportunity that teachers and parents can utilise for the child’s benefit.
Given that most of the matches are scheduled in the afternoon, many schools are facing a challenge of synchronising the matches with school programme.
A recent strike in Nganwa High School in which students burnt the administration block after they were denied a chance to watch World Cup demonstrates such a challenge. The student behaviour is unacceptable and should be condemned.
However, schools need to see the bigger picture and strive to tap into the opportunity. World cup is an event that will last only four weeks but carries with it immense learning opportunities that schools can exploit.
There is a lot students can learn from the 32 participating teams in different subjects and at different educational levels. Although academics take precedence, schools can still allow students to watch World Cup without encroaching on study time. This global event should not be seen as a source of conflict but a social force that facilitates harmony.
The World Cup provides a rare, yet rich educational opportunity that teachers and parents can utilise for the child’s benefit.