IMPORTANCE OF EDUCATION TO THE INDIVIDUAL, SOCIETY AND NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT 25TH JUNE, 2017

The programme started with overview of the precious discussion. The previous discussion was about what education and the overview of the “Educational Digest” programme. In our discussion we noted that education can be looked at from the broad and technical point of view:

·   Broad base Definition: Education in the broad sense is any act or experience that has a formative effect on: The Mind; Character; and Physical ability of an individual.

·   Education from the technical point of view is the process by which society intentionally passes on its accumulated: Knowledge; Skills; and Values from one generation to another.

The evening’s programme was of the importance of education. Education is one of the most basic needs of man and very important for potential, career, personality and national development. From our discussions, education is very important to the individual, family, society and national development. The following are some of the key points noted:

1. Importance of Education to the individual

· Education exposes us to a world of knowledge and how to apply this knowledge to our personal development.

· Education is an opportunity for an individual to discover his/her potentials and develop them; our talents are discovered through education.

· Education helps the individual to develop his/her potentials, accomplish life aspirations and become an outstanding individual among peers.

·   Education serves as the means of developing oneself mentally, physically and socially; your mental ability, physical appearance and social relationships are enhanced by education.

·    Education serves as a means to bring about desired changes in the individual, develop a generation of virtuous individuals and contribute to the development of morally upright and responsible individuals.

2.      Importance of Education to the family

· Education helps promote development of the family; through education, individuals acquire knowledge and affect their families positively; the status of most families is enhanced through the education of its members.

·    Education helps families develop exceptional social status which makes them prominent; it makes people respect and honour them; it brings honour and dignity to families apart from royalties.

· Education minimise ranchos and fight over limited family properties by most members; with education, individuals work to acquire their own property, rather than fighting over limited family inheritance.

·  Education of the individual helps families live the right legacies for their members. Some families are known and respected for producing great intellectuals, writers, legal brains, doctors, inventors and leaders due to their education; this also motivates most of the younger generations of the family to strive for better heights.

· Education eradicates ignorance, disease and poverty in families; when family members are educated, it goes a long way to affect their levels of thinking and ways of doing things.

3.      Importance of Education to National Development?

· Countries are developed through education and promotion of knowledge. The development of human resource, among other things, put them ahead of other nations.

· Nations derive national power and competitiveness through education and promotion of ideas; education promotes ideological orientation of countries which make them dominate other nations.

· Education promotes visionary leadership and human advancement. Many leaders contribute immensely to the progress of their nations by applying their education and knowledge of human dignity, development and freedom.

· Education promotes advancement which contributes to national and human development. John Lock and some political philosophers believe that man was “in a state of nature and society was established by contract.”

· Education and scientific researches help nations solve health problems such as diseases. Through research a cure was found for diseases like malaria, polio and six childhood killer diseases. Many countries minimize infant mortality rates through health education.

Very important in our discussion was a statement by the former president of USA. Barack Obama noted that:

·         With education we acquire knowledge and problem-solving skills to develop new energy technologies and protect the environment.

·         We need education to get insights, critical thinking skills, to fight poverty, crime, homelessness, discrimination and make the nation fairer and freer.

·         Education enhances our creativity and ingenuity to create new job opportunities to boost our economy.

We need education to develop our talents; our intellect and skills, so we can help solve the most difficult problems of the nation. Supriya Sharma said that “education is the key that will open the doors of opportunities for individuals to achieve what they aspire. It is not just learning about books. It is also learning about life.”

We express gratitude to our interviewees, Priscilla Ocloo, Razak Abbas, Mr Fred Glover and Madam Stella Asare for their views and those who called into the programme; Judith and Aggie for their thoughts.    

Have a date with me on the next program, 2nd July, 2017, 8pm to 9pm. Our Topic for the next discussion is “Stakeholders in Education and their Responsibilities” Thank you for, God bless you. KAMBEL: #WeAnchorYourVisionAndMission. Follow me, your comments are welcome on this platform www.moskambelgh.blogspot.com and Social Media: Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @Kambelmediagh. You can also WhatsApp me on 233 206 997493

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INSPIRATION FOR THE WEEK: YOU CAN CONQUER YOUR WORLD, IF....

Statement: “You can conquer your world, if you can conquer your fears.”

Key Words to consider: “Conquer” and “Fears”:  

To conquer means: to overcome, to surmount, to defeat, triumph or win over a situation or somebody. An army in battle is said to conquer or win over its enemy, it defeats enemy. A football team can be said to conquer or defeat its opponent, if it scores the opponent. Similarly; a student in a competition can be said to triumph, if he/she wins the competition.

To fear means:  to be afraid, to be frighten, feel horror, to panic, to be scared or to be terrified. Thus, to fear means being afraid of something, situation or somebody.

Now the question to ask is, what are people afraid of which can prevent them from conquering their world of possibilities or achieving their dreams? Or let me be personal, what are you afraid of?

1.       Some students are afraid of a subject or a course of study, that they cannot move forward is their academic pursuits or afraid of a lecturer, because of that, they cannot pursue their dream course or profession. If a student cannot conquer fear of failure he/she cannot achieve academic/professional goals.

2.       Some people both men and women fear getting into new relationships, because of disappointment, a lady might be disappointed by a guy, for that matter, she is not ready to enter a new relationship; thus his/her fear is “disappointment”. If a lady or guy cannot overcome fear of disappointment they cannot have successful relationship.

3.       Some job seekers fear interviews, that they fear going to seek a job, they think interview is too challenging; can you imagine passing an interview, if you are afraid? Thus some unemployed youths cannot “standing on their feet to speak interviewer and pass because of fear of panel. 

Case in point 

In the University I was very much interested in “Foreign policy” and I had the desire to write my Long Essay in Foreign Policy analysis. But, in the Political Science department at the time, there was a Lecturer who most students were afraid of taking his Courses who was teaching Foreign Policy. When I submitted my proposal for the research, I was put under him as my supervisor, and I accepted the challenge. With focus and determination, at the end of the research, he gave me an ‘A’ which helped to have very good class. The question is, if I was afraid like most student were, would I be able to do the research under him?

Conclusion

Most of the time we are afraid of the unknown that we give up on our dreams and aspirations. However, note: “You can conquer your world, if you can conquer your fears.” You cannot achieve your life goals, if you are afraid of somebody or a situation. Stay bless and “Keep Hope Alive” never be afraid. Remember “Your limitations will not limit you, if you don’t limit yourself.” Conquer your fears and you will conquer your world.  Thank you, and have a wonderful week.   

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TODAY'S DISCUSSION: IMPORTANCE OF EDUCATION

Hello my friend, today is Sunday 25th June, 2017. The "Educational Digest" program is officially launched on Kekeli Radio 102.9, 18th June. Once again, thank you all for following and your comments. Today is another day for the program, the topic for discussion is:

Importance of Education:
i. To the individual;
ii. To the family; and 
ii. For national development

Note the time is 8pm sharp. Make a date with me. Your questions, views and comments are welcome on all our platforms on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @kambelmeduagh You can also WhatsApp: 233 206 997493 or Email: kambelmediagh@gmail.com or follow me on my blog www.moskambelgh.blogspot.com 

Remember my book on Education, Career and Personal Development for All African Students is on sale.You need it, your children need it, all students in High School and Tertiary Institutions need it.  Note: "Education Is Key To Achieving Your Potentials & Career Goals" Contact me for your copy. Kambel: We Anchor Your Vision & Vision. Thank you.

BEARING GRUDGE IS SELF–DISTRACTION

Bearing grudge is self-distraction. Humm you need to read this, it may be a cure to a problem or a disease you have.

Never bear grudge, it is self-distraction. You might be offended by a friend, a colleague or a boss. However do you know your offender doesn't mostly worry about how you feel, especially those intentional?

The simple solution the Bible provides for settling disputes is when there is a case between you and somebody:

i. Go to the person to resolve it; if it fails;
ii. Go with a friend to settle it, if it fails;
iii. Call the person before elders, if it fails,
iv. Consider the person an unbeliever.

After this process, never worry your heart or mind about it. If you do, you'll trouble yourself about somebody who doesn't care about you, and distract your life purpose and dreams.

Mind you, the very moment you are thinking about grudges, your world of purpose and focus is at stand still, nothing happens. You only think about hates and your mind troubles you.
At that moment the trouble causer might not even be thinking about you. Isn't that true?

So my friend, free your mind of grudges, don't harm yourself with hatred, it will cause you self-induced diseases and ailments. Free your heart, keep focus, #KeepHopeAlive never allowed anybody to trouble you, and don't trouble yourself with grudges. Stay strong, stay focus, you are bless. Cheers, Cheer up!!! #KeepVisionInMotion

TO ME, YOU ARE SPECIAL

If you can reflect on life and your generation, you can appreciate how special you are. As my audience, you are truly special to me and you are a blessing to me. Take note, every messenger sends or shares the message with people. He needs people who believe in the message and help fulfill his assignment.

As a fact, every message without audience is just an imagination. So please you are special to me and you are my sources of the blessings am counting. I love you all! Remember, those around you are very important; never take any one of them for granted.

There is one message in my mind I want to share today. Thus: "You are Special". In Jeremiah 1:5 God told Jeremiah. "Before I formed you... I know you". Take note that, before you are conceived in your mother's womb, God knows and purposed you for a reason.

One other dimension I want us to look at is “Why are you born in this generation." Why is it that you were not born in the 17th or 18th century?" This is the answer: You are born in this time, because you are needed in this generation. You are needed in your family, society and nation at this appointed time.

So count yourself important for this generation. Take steps to discover yourself, your purpose and take one step at a time, to affect your desired purpose.

Note: every problem you are dissatisfied with today, know that you are a solution to it, in one way or the other; you can do something about it. Refuse to join "The Blame Game" musicians/singers. You are a purpose, be purposeful.

You and I are special for this generation. You are for a purpose, am for a purpose. Keep track of your purpose, never lose hope, #KeepHopeAlive#KeepVIM victory is assured. Have a wonderful, wonderful day always. #KeepSmilling its good for your health, hahahahaha...

THIS LIFE IS BY GRACE

My life is by Grace.
If I think about my life,
It is by the grace of God.
If I think about my life provisions,
It is just by God's unfailing grace.
In fact, all my life I say is by Grace.

Your life is by Grace.
If you think about your life,
It is by the grace of God.
If you reflect on your life provisions,
It is truly by God's unlimited grace.
In fact, all your life am sure is by Grace.

Our lives are by Grace.
If we think about our daily lives,
They are all by the grace of God.
If we consider all our live provisions,
It is undeniably by God's loving grace.
As a matter of fact, our lives are by Grace.

By Moses A. Katamani 

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