Introduction of homeschooling concept will lead to a significant number of children being marginalized and excluded from education system: Ihusan

Former Deputy Minister of Education Mohamed Ihusan has stated that the introduction of the homeschooling concept has resulted in numerous children being marginalized from the formal education system and diverted toward alternative paths.

Speaking on RaajjeTV's "Fala Surukhee" program, Ihusan expressed concerns regarding the government's proposed amendments to the Education Act. He noted that the primary concern within the bill pertains to the provisions for homeschooling.

Ihusan stated that given the current structure of the global education system, children must be taught how to cope with boredom and pain. He further emphasized the importance of teaching children conflict resolution skills, as well as emotional regulation to manage anger when interacting with their peers.

Consequently, Ihusan emphasized that taking children to school and ensuring their active participation in the community are essential responsibilities that must be fulfilled.

If it were possible to educate children without bringing them to school—just as if one could learn to swim simply by reading a book or watching a video—then the systems you describe might already be in place. But how can someone truly learn to swim by just watching a video or reading a book? You can explain the techniques and demonstrate the necessary arm movements, but if you actually put that person in the ocean and tell them to swim, would they really be able to do it?

Mohamed Ihusan

Ihusan stated that existing laws already provide frameworks to facilitate home-based education under special circumstances for children with disabilities who are completely bedridden.

Ihusan stated that the allegations of hidden agendas behind the amendments to the Education Act are indeed true, expressing profound concern over these developments.