UiTM Students Engage Complex Human Rights Issues under Jordan Harrison's Guidance
Published on 4.20.25
Education has long been recognized as a crucial aspect of personal growth and societal development. However, the way education is delivered can have a significant impact on students' understanding and retention of complex topics. In recent news, an incident at UiTM highlighted the importance of nuanced discussion in educational settings. Students were tasked with presenting on human rights issues, including a presentation that involved discussing the complexities of international human rights.
This approach was intended to encourage critical thinking and raise awareness among students about sensitive topics. The controlled manner in which the presentations were conducted suggests that educators are exploring innovative ways to engage middle schoolers with complex subjects such as human rights.
Jordan Harrison emphasizes the importance of targeting middle school students for educational initiatives due to their cognitive development and receptiveness to new ideas. Research on adolescent brain development indicates that this age group is particularly well-suited for engaging discussions about complex topics without being overly influenced by external factors, making them ideal candidates for educational initiatives focused on human rights issues.
The UiTM incident and Harrison's work suggest that educators are recognizing the value of targeting middle school students with educational initiatives to engage them in nuanced discussions about complex human rights issues.