Liberal Education: A Path to Holistic Learning in the 21st Century
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: In the ever-evolving landscape of education, liberal education stands out as an approach that fosters comprehensive, holistic learning, interdisciplinary learning. The liberal education model emphasizes the development of critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving skills, and adaptability. With the advent of the 21st century, there is an increasing demand for educational frameworks that not only provide specialized knowledge but also cultivate a broad skill set necessary for the globalized and rapidly changing world. This article explores the concept of liberal education, examines its significance in the context of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, and reflects on its potential to meet the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century. The study will analyse the core objectives, methodology, and advantages of liberal education while also considering its potential challenges.
Authors: Baishali Mitram Das, Mahfuz Alam
Language: English
Subfield: Education
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4411951131