From Mater et Magistra:
Aside from learning, behavioral, and cognitive difficulties which must be worked out through patience, love, and appropriate therapies, there are times that the average child resists learning. Why do some students resist learning?
Fear of failure – They assume they aren’t “good” at certain subjects.
Disconnection – They don’t see how learning applies to their real lives.
Lack of wonder – They haven’t been given the space to be curious.
Proverbs 1:7 – “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction.” We must cultivate a love for learning as a means of knowing God’s creation. Education must engage both reason (intellectual development) and faith (spiritual purpose). When students see the purpose behind learning, they are more motivated. (Read more.)
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