The Traditional Role of Academic Content

Traditionally, academic content has been disseminated through standardized textbooks and lectures, forming the cornerstone of curriculum development. This approach emphasizes uniformity in education but may lack the flexibility to accommodate individual learning needs and merit-based progression.

A high school history class might rely solely on a prescribed textbook and lectures, providing the same material to all students regardless of their existing knowledge or learning pace.

Recognizing the limitations of traditional methods underscores the importance of adapting academic content to better serve diverse learners and promote individual merit.