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Does the modern education system has the potential to change the world as we know it? Let’s find out. Many nations across the world have embraced the importance of the education system. However, little progress has been made to improve it. The lack of progress results from the lack of…
Why is early childhood education important? The “gap years” where the child is patiently waiting to start school is vital in their early development. Every state has a different compulsory age for children starting school. The median age is generally around the ages of 5 and 6, though some states…
It’s said that school is a microcosm of society. A society that elevates stupidity will have a school system that creates stupid kids. Schools should prepare adults for entry into adult society. And that’s precisely what it does. The school system as we know it in the West prepares children…
Why is the Japanese school system thriving while the Western education system is failing? There are some stark differences between the American education system and those across the water, but have you ever thought about what those differences truly are? The Japanese school system, for example, is particularly fascinating, as…
People who love reading have major advantages over those who don't. Once you look at the information, you'll understand that reading is a serious business. In fact, not many people love reading. 50% of US adults are unable to read a grade 8 level book, 42% of college graduates will…
According to science, learning to speak Spanish will help you to improve your brain function. Most people set out to learn a new language because it will enhance their career or they want to visit a foreign country. While these are the primary reasons there is one benefit that is often…
Imagine a school where kids are being taught mindful practices. Well... it exists! I wasn’t the best-behaved child in school; in fact, I was one of the first in my year to get a detention, which consisted of writing lines about remembering to do my homework. Writing lines developed into…
Nowadays, more and more parents seem to choose homeschooling over public school education, and there are some good reasons for this. What’s the purpose of education? What methods and techniques work best for children? The honest answer will be none and every. Clearly, it means that the “one size fits…
Teaching philosophy in schools has shown amazing results for children's cognitive and social skills. When one thinks of philosophy, children do not usually come to mind. After all, it’s a field of study that requires deep thinking and understanding of life. However, a “large, well-designed study” conducted by the Education Endowment…
A former teacher emphasizes the potential damage of the school system and reveals how it creates empty children. Over the years, the school education system has been colorfully criticized by many. From authors to activists, and philosophers to artists, more and more personalities are voicing concern over the potential damage…
