As parents in the new era, we always think about our children so that they can have a smoother future journey. As a result, the concept of "advanced education" has gradually entered our field of vision. But I can't help but ask, is it really necessary for children to be educated in advance?
Advanced education is actually to educate children about learning in advance. Some parents believe that doing so will give their children a head start and build a solid foundation for future learning. However, I think this view is debatable. In my own experience, I used to be a practitioner of advanced education. I exposed my children to English, mathematics and other subjects at an early age, hoping that they would stand out from their peers. But as time went on, I gradually realized that advanced education was not as good as I imagined.
Advance education can bring tremendous psychological stress to children. When getting along with other children, they may be complacent about what they have already learned, but this sense of superiority does not last. They may feel helpless and lost when confronted with more complex or in-depth issues. This kind of psychological gap is not good for children's growth.
Advance education can disrupt a child's interest. Exposing children to subject knowledge too early can lead to resistance to the content. What was supposed to be a fun learning process has become boring. Such a learning experience not only fails to cultivate children's spirit of exploration, but may also make them averse to learning. Moreover, every child has their own pace and way of growth, and advanced education may break this natural law. Children may lose their ability to think independently and solve problems by being exposed to knowledge beyond their comprehension too early. This kind of growth is obviously one-sided.
And I think we should respect their rhythm and way, they have their own way of growing up, and parents should not interfere too much. As parents, we should pay more attention to our children's interests and needs, and create a relaxed and free learning environment for them. Let them find their own interests and directions in exploring and trying, and grow naturally.
In closing, I would like to say that education is a marathon, not a 100-meter sprint. We don't have to go too far ahead of the starting line, but we should focus on the development and growth of children throughout their education. Let us look at children's education with a broader vision and a longer-term vision, and create a better future for them.
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