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TIE (Tanzania Institute of Education)
The Importance of Teaching Patriotism in
Schools
Patriotism
can mean so much more and can be practiced by anyone in their own way. There
seems to be a disconnect between what students think patriotism is and what it
actually is. Here is why we should teach students patriotism at schools.
Students
should learn about patriotism’s larger meaning as well as its unifying aspects
by thinking on their own. The phrase ‘love for the country’ refers to the
concept of love for all citizens regardless of caste or religion, whereas
‘loyalty towards the country’ refers to the concept of loyalty toward the
nation.
The
best way for a country to grow is with the support of its people. People who
are patriots are always thinking about the development of their country and
willing to fight against enemies who try to sabotage it. It is considered an
honor to be a true patriot.
Teaching
patriotism to children is not about coaching them to be soldiers and sending
them off to war. It is not about singing our national anthem daily or
celebrating a particular day. Patriotism is about respecting the nation, the
people living within its boundaries, and every aspect that builds our country.
The feeling cannot be a compulsion. It must be a choice and the option should
be available to young minds. And what better place to teach patriotism than
schools, the very place where students go to learn.
1. It will instil in them a love for their
country
The
basic form of patriotism is having a love for your own country. If patriotism
were to be taught in schools, the students would be able to slowly develop and
sense of pride for his/her country.
The
students will also understand why it is important to have respect for the
fundamental structures of the country. Students could even have lessons about
important institutions like the government and the constitution. The goal is to
make them feel that the country is worth fighting for.
2. Learn to appreciate and respect their
fellow citizens
Patriotism
does not have to do with only loving your country. It also means loving and
respecting your fellow citizens. Patriotic rituals do not matter but you cannot be
patriotic if you do not stand up and help the people around you. Students
should know that they can practice patriotism by being supportive of their
fellow citizens.
You
can cheer for athletes representing your country in international competitions
or help your fellow neighbors. Students should learn that practicing patriotism
is not just a grand act, but even small gestures can help.
3. It will give them a sense of identity
Young
people these days sometimes have a hard time identifying with a certain group.
They might feel like loners who have no place where they belong. Teaching
patriotism in schools will help students build up a sense of identity. It will
help them feel like they belong in their country.
The
students get the chance to understand that they have a purpose in society. It
helps builds the students’ character development. A sense of pride grows in
them that there is nothing wrong with strongly identifying with their
nationality.
4. Develop a Bond with Their Home Country
Why is
patriotism important? It’s important because it teaches children what
patriotism is, and it allows older students to learn examples of patriotism
that formed constitutions, and even countries. If patriotism was taught in
schools, children would be able to build a sense of national pride in their
society over time.
The
kids will also comprehend why it is critical to preserve the country’s
essential institutions such as the government body, the constitution or even
the military. In addition to this, it will develop interest in political
careers as students may grow an urge to serve their country.
