Proposal for National Education Reform
Government of Pakistan Proposal for National Education Reform (Balanced Learning Model: Books + Technology) 1. Executive Summary This proposal presents a balanced, evidence-based education reform model for Pakistan, inspired by international experience—particularly Sweden’s recent policy shift from excessive digitalization back to book-centered learning. The objective is to strengthen foundational literacy, improve learning outcomes, and responsibly integrate technology without compromising cognitive development, cultural values, or educational equity. 2. Background & International Lesson During the last decade, Sweden invested heavily in digital education, distributing tablets and implementing screen-based learning nationwide. However, learning outcomes—especially reading comprehension and attention—declined. International assessments such as the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) highlighted these shortcomings. As a result, Sweden revised its pol...