Can Sri Lanka’s Education System Foster Critical Thinking or Is It Just Exam-Focused?
Sri Lanka education system has long been a source of national pride, delivering near-universal literacy and strong foundational knowledge. Yet it is increasingly critiqued for its heavy emphasis on high-stakes examinations, the Grade 5 Scholarship, G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L), and Advanced Level (A/L), which shape teaching, learning, and student aspirations. Rote memorisation and content-heavy syllabi […]