A Study on Analyzing Pedagogical Challenges in Bangladesh's University Level Education: Enhancing Approaches with US Liberal Arts Educational Models
Higher education in Bangladesh is under increasing pressure to change as the world around it becomes increasingly connected and knowledgebased. Many universities still rely on very traditional forms of teaching, where the teacher speaks and students listen. Often, such classrooms emphasize memori...
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Asian University for Women
2026
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| author | Mehjabeen, Tasfia |
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| description | Higher education in Bangladesh is under increasing pressure to change as the world around it
becomes increasingly connected and knowledgebased. Many universities still rely on very
traditional forms of teaching, where the teacher speaks and students listen. Often, such
classrooms emphasize memorization, strict lesson structures, and limited interaction.
Consequently, students have fewer opportunities for deep thinking, questioning, or exploring
ideas beyond the textbook. Around the world, including the United States, the liberal arts style of
education has shown another way to support learning. In this tradition, students are nurtured to
think, create, communicate, and connect different subjects. It values discussion, exploration, and
learning that goes beyond exams. This research examines current teaching practices in
Bangladeshi universities and explores whether ideas from the liberal arts tradition offer helpful
direction for improving student learning. It looks at the value of interactive classrooms, learning
across different fields, continuous assessment, teacher guidance, and student freedom in
academic choices. This research aims to inform the wider discussion on improving higher
education in Bangladesh. By reflecting on both local practices and international examples, it
offers insights that might help policymakers, curriculum developers, and university leaders
design learning environments conducive to curiosity, confidence, and meaningful intellectual
growth. |
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| spelling | 123456789-30572026-02-18T06:11:21Z A Study on Analyzing Pedagogical Challenges in Bangladesh's University Level Education: Enhancing Approaches with US Liberal Arts Educational Models Mehjabeen, Tasfia Higher education in Bangladesh is under increasing pressure to change as the world around it becomes increasingly connected and knowledgebased. Many universities still rely on very traditional forms of teaching, where the teacher speaks and students listen. Often, such classrooms emphasize memorization, strict lesson structures, and limited interaction. Consequently, students have fewer opportunities for deep thinking, questioning, or exploring ideas beyond the textbook. Around the world, including the United States, the liberal arts style of education has shown another way to support learning. In this tradition, students are nurtured to think, create, communicate, and connect different subjects. It values discussion, exploration, and learning that goes beyond exams. This research examines current teaching practices in Bangladeshi universities and explores whether ideas from the liberal arts tradition offer helpful direction for improving student learning. It looks at the value of interactive classrooms, learning across different fields, continuous assessment, teacher guidance, and student freedom in academic choices. This research aims to inform the wider discussion on improving higher education in Bangladesh. By reflecting on both local practices and international examples, it offers insights that might help policymakers, curriculum developers, and university leaders design learning environments conducive to curiosity, confidence, and meaningful intellectual growth. 2026-01-28T06:17:25Z 2026-01-28T06:17:25Z 2025-12 Thesis https://repository.auw.edu.bd/handle/123456789/3057 en application/pdf Asian University for Women |
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| title | A Study on Analyzing Pedagogical Challenges in Bangladesh's University Level Education: Enhancing Approaches with US Liberal Arts Educational Models |
| title_full | A Study on Analyzing Pedagogical Challenges in Bangladesh's University Level Education: Enhancing Approaches with US Liberal Arts Educational Models |
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| title_short | A Study on Analyzing Pedagogical Challenges in Bangladesh's University Level Education: Enhancing Approaches with US Liberal Arts Educational Models |
| title_sort | study on analyzing pedagogical challenges in bangladesh s university level education enhancing approaches with us liberal arts educational models |
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