TikTok: Learning’s new battleground
Malaysians flock to TikTok for education, transforming business and democratising knowledge. But at what cost?
TikTok's fleeting videos offer a seductive illusion of learning, democratising access to bite-sized facts. Yet, true education demands sustained engagement, critical thought, and nuanced understanding, none of which thrives in a scroll-and-forget culture. We are exchanging depth for dopamine, believing passive consumption equates to active learning. This isn't democratisation, it's dilution. When did "learning" become synonymous with mindless scrolling?
TikTok makes learning accessible and engaging, reaching diverse audiences beyond traditional institutions. It fosters community and practical skills, proving education isn't confined to ivory towers.
- ·Democratising learning
- ·Dopamine over depth
- ·Passive consumption