When Learning Becomes a Burden

ET Education published an article by Dr Pushpendra Singh, Assistant Professor - Economics, K J Somaiya Institute of Management, titled “When learning becomes a burden,” reflecting on the growing pressures within today’s exam-driven education system.

The article examines how an excessive emphasis on speed, memorisation, and performance metrics can overshadow the true purpose of education. It highlights how such systems may unintentionally foster anxiety among students, limiting meaningful learning and reducing education to a race for outcomes rather than a journey of understanding.

Further, the piece advocates for a reimagining of educational priorities, encouraging a shift towards nurturing curiosity, critical thinking, and emotional well-being. It emphasizes the importance of creating learning environments that support holistic development, ensuring that education remains a process of growth rather than pressure.