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I find it difficult to have my students create a final work for graduation because they are used to memorizing and answering questions rather than developing original ideas. I need to guide and support them in shifting from passive learning to active, independent thinking and creation.


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One of the causes is limited meeting time. All students are doctrined to believe that memorizing is the highest achievement, making creativity and critical thinking challenging.

I am not the deciding teacher, nor can I make any policies. The education system and doctrines come from the school principal, who still believes that memorizing is the best approach to learning, limiting students' creativity.


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My students seem afraid of what to do and lack independence in thinking. I asked a student to be a drama director, gave him a plot, and told him to collaborate with his mates, but I saw fear in his eyes, unsure of his own decisions.

I tried to motivate him, but in the end, he stepped back from the assignment as a director, unable to overcome his fear and hesitation.

I was confused, and the worst part was that skepticism spread in all the students' minds about the work. I felt it was not a healthy mindset for young people.

I would try to persuade my students to create their final works because the drama could become a sweet memory for them in the future. They would remember how they worked together, brainstormed ideas, and overcame challenges, helping them develop creativity, teamwork, and confidence in their abilities.

I have just experienced this. My previous school was better—students were enthusiastic when I asked them to create a work or perform on stage. Yeah, doctrines shape mindsets, whether good or not,