Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Sense And Nonsense Of Education

Sense: Education is for all.
Nonsense: If you can afford it.

Sense: The educated are independent learners.
Nonsense: Lessons are essentially teacher directed.

Sense: Problem solving is an important objective
Nonsense: That is politically acceptable solutions.

Sense: Good behavior is desirable
Nonsense: Constant failure creates angry students.

Sense: Individualization is good.
Nonsense: Is ignored by many teachers.

Sense: Creativity is good.
Nonsense: Much of teaching/learning involves known outcomes.

Sense: Readers are invited to contribute their own ideas
Nonsense: Same...

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