Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has raised critical concerns regarding the performance of Fiji’s education system, urging a thorough investigation into the factors contributing to the declining academic results among students. His comments come in light of the recent Year 8 Examination results, which have sparked alarm from the Fiji Teachers Union and the Fijian Teachers Association about students’ waning academic performance.
Rabuka emphasized the responsibility of educators and unions, questioning what actions they are taking to address this pressing issue. He pointed out that these organizations play a crucial role in overseeing their members and should be evaluating their effectiveness based on examination outcomes.
“What’s going wrong?” Rabuka asked, challenging the notion that students might be inherently limited in their capabilities. Instead, he pointed to the potential gaps in knowledge transfer from teachers to students as a critical area of concern.
His stance extends to the controversial No Repeat Policy, which he opposes and plans to discuss further with the Minister for Education, Aseri Radrodro. Rabuka expressed skepticism about whether schools possess the capacity to accommodate students who may need to repeat grades due to insufficient understanding, or whether financial motivations are behind the push to keep students progressing.
In light of these challenges, there remains hope for improvement as Rabuka’s proactive approach indicates a commitment to enhancing the education system in Fiji. With collective introspection and cooperation among stakeholders, there is potential for significant reform that could lead to better academic outcomes for students in the future. The situation presents an opportunity for a renewed focus on student learning and educational quality, paving the way for a brighter future.
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