23/06/2025
good morning everyone,
Today, I want to talk about a serious issue that affects not only our children but the future of our entire nation — the education system in Bangladesh and the mindset of many parents toward it.
In Bangladesh, education is often seen as a race to obtain a degree, a piece of paper that supposedly guarantees success and respect in society. But sadly, many parents force their children into this race without truly caring about what kind of knowledge or skills their children are gaining.
Parents want their children to become doctors, engineers, or government officers — not because they want their children to be passionate or skilled in these fields, but simply because these are the “prestigious” degrees that society values. The real learning, the critical thinking, the creativity, and the practical skills that should prepare a child for the real world are often ignored or even discouraged.
This narrow focus on degrees creates a huge problem. Children are stressed and pressured to memorize without understanding. They do not learn how to solve real-life problems, how to innovate, or how to adapt in a rapidly changing world. Instead, they become degree-holders without the capability to contribute meaningfully to the economy or society.
In today’s world, technology-based skills are far more important than just holding a degree. Everyone must know programming, coding, and ethical hacking — these are the tools of the modern era that open countless opportunities. Skills such as these empower our youth to create, protect, and innovate in the digital world. Without them, even a degree may not open doors.
Unfortunately, many parents do not understand this and continue to push for degrees over skills, leaving their children unprepared for the realities of the modern job market.
Moreover, this mindset stifles talents in fields like arts, vocational training, entrepreneurship, and other technical skills that are equally important. Many parents overlook these paths because they do not lead to a traditional degree, but the truth is that these skills are the future. Without them, our youth will struggle to compete globally.
What we need is a shift in perspective. Parents must encourage their children to learn with curiosity, to pursue what they love, and to gain real, practical skills — especially technology-based skills like programming and ethical hacking — not just degrees. Education should be about empowering our children to think, create, and grow into capable individuals who can face challenges head-on.
If we want to build a strong and prosperous Bangladesh, we must stop treating education as a mere certificate chase. Let’s focus on nurturing knowledge, skills, passion, and especially technological expertise.
Thank you.
