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Writer's pictureThe Student Voice: Plano

The Pressing Need For Revamped Curriculums

It's undeniable that the traditional high school curriculum needs to be updated to better serve students with different learning styles. We live in a world where education is becoming increasingly digital and interactive, yet many high schools are still relying on outdated teaching methods.


Studies have shown that nearly half of all students are visual learners, meaning they absorb and retain information best when it is presented visually. Yet many high schools still rely on textbooks and lectures to teach their students. Textbooks, though useful for providing factual information, aren't very engaging and can be difficult to understand. Lectures can also be ineffective, as they don't often allow students to interact with the material and make connections to the world around them.


High schools need to implement more interactive teaching methods that cater to different learning styles. Taking classes online, using virtual reality to explore concepts, and incorporating multimedia into lessons are just a few ways that high schools can make their curriculum more engaging.


Another way to improve the high school curriculum is to focus on teaching students the skills they need to be successful in the 21st century. Too many students learn the same basic skills in high school, such as reading, writing, arithmetic, and history. But what about the skills needed for the modern workplace? Skills like coding, digital marketing, and data analysis are becoming increasingly important in today's economy, yet many high schools aren't teaching them.


Finally, high schools should also focus on teaching students soft skills like communication, collaboration, and problem solving. These are essential life skills that will help students no matter what career path they choose.


Overall, high schools need to do more to take into account the different learning styles of their students. By incorporating more interactive teaching methods, focusing on relevant skills, and teaching soft skills, they can help prepare their students for success in the 21st century.


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