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Lifelong Learning and Its Importance in 21st Century

Lifelifelong Learning in the Context of Education in 21st Century   Introduction   Lifelong learning  is an approach or a rigorous process as well as an act of  continuous   and   motivated   learning,  whether it is for personal or  professional purposes.  Lifelong  learning  can be formal,  informal  and even non-formal. It  occurs  throughout an  individual’s   life  starting  from  an early age to reaching an old age period. Realising the importance of lifelong learning, t he  L ast  M essenger  of Islam,   Prophet  Muhammad SAW ,  around 1400 years ago had emphasized  that,   “Seek   knowledge  from   cradle  to   grave.”  In a nother   statement  he had emphasized that,   “Seek  knowledge  even though it may be  in China (if you  have  to go far away from you...

SWOT Analysis within the Context of Education

 SWOT Analysis in Education for Curriculum Development, Classroom Management, and Planning Introduction   It was the Stanford Research Institute (SRI) which coined the term SWOT Analysis during the 1960s. Initially, the term was used for business management consultancy but later on, researchers and professionals started using it in different fields mainly for planning purposes. SWOT  analysis is a strategic planning tool or a framework which is used to identify and evaluate the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats related to an organization or a specific project including setting its standing operating procedures (SOPs).  It is widely used in business studies, politics, strategic military planning, think tanks, policy-making, international relations, socio-economic as well as socio-political dimensions, and education etc. Similarly, in the context of education, SWOT analysis provides a very comprehensive framework for assessing various aspects of educat...

Key Roles of a Successful Teacher

Different Key Roles of a Successful Teacher Introduction   Teaching is regarded as one of the most significant, dignified, and noble professions throughout human history. Hence, this vocation requires not only strong academic background and pedagogical skills but also a profound understanding of students' behaviour and diverse learning needs. Teachers always foresee the socioeconomic and sociopolitical needs of society. The multifaceted nature of teaching allows teachers to impact their students in various ways, extending beyond mere academic instructions. A successful teacher always embodies several essential roles simultaneously including teaching. As a teacher, he/she provides peer-to-peer attention to help students grasp complex concepts and ensures that each learner can progress at his own pace. Acting as a coach, a successful teacher fosters skills through practice, encouraging teamwork and resilience, which are vital for academic success both inside and outside the classroom...