An important value of education is self-development. Education must therefore offer sufficient scope for this in its implementation. It goes without saying that the regular curriculum of a programme should be sufficiently challenging and offer support for the self-development of the student. In addition, the LSVb is in favour of a broader range of opportunities for development.
There should be a range of extracurricular activities on offer, and these activities should be recognised as an integral part of the programme. The same values and conditions apply to extracurricular educational activities as to regular education.
In addition, there must be a wide range of cultural activities, both at the educational institution and in the city where that institution is located. There must be sufficient opportunities for students to develop socially, so that they become involved in the world around them.
Students themselves also play an active role in the realisation of this condition. An active student, administrative and association life is very important in this regard. Students must be able to actively participate in student organisations and develop and flourish there as well.
Students can only develop to their full potential if they feel good about themselves. The LSVb therefore believes that educational institutions should consider student welfare to be of paramount importance. Mental pressure among students is a growing problem. This not only hinders self-development, but also makes it more difficult to successfully complete a degree programme. This is not beneficial to anyone. That is why it is important for the Ministry and institutions to work together to develop inclusive policies that offer equal opportunities for everyone, while also accommodating special needs.