Author: Sourav Maity
DOI Link: https://doi.org/10.70798/Bijmrd/03060025
Abstract: This study critically examines the unintended societal consequences of modern education systems, focusing on their role in fostering social isolation, weakening interpersonal relationships, and contributing to the fragmentation of community life. While contemporary education emphasizes academic excellence, technological integration, and individual achievement, it often neglects the importance of social connectedness and communal learning. The shift toward standardized testing, competitive environments, and digital platforms has transformed schools into spaces that prioritize performance over meaningful interaction. This research explores how these systemic changes affect students’ mental health, reduce opportunities for collaboration, and erode the traditional role of schools as centers of community building. It also addresses the widening social and cultural divides caused by unequal access to educational resources and technology. By highlighting these issues, the study calls for educational reform that emphasizes social emotional learning, inclusivity, and the reintegration of community values into the classroom. Ultimately, it advocates for a more holistic approach to education—one that prepares individuals not only for academic and professional success but also for active, connected participation in society.
Keywords: Modern Education Systems, Social Isolation, Community Fragmentation, Interpersonal Relationships.
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