Restoring Discipline: The Key to Overcoming Student Disengagement

The rise of chronic learner disengagement is a consequence of our education system's failure to uphold standards and instill discipline. Introducing more student autonomy sounds appealing but risks further undermining the authority of educators. A return to traditional education values, where teachers lead and students follow, is crucial for reinstating a culture of respect, responsibility, and hard work. Empowerment should come from achievement within a structured framework, not from ceding control of the educational process to students.