Education is one of the boring subjects to discuss when you are in a party. Everyone needs it, everyone is concerned about it, but how many are willing to go in for an in depth discussion about it?
When it comes to educating our children most of the parents usually go with the wind of the times, subject to their economic limitations. And immediate economic considerations always takes precedence over anything else like the actual talent or inclination of the child.
In depth discussion about educational issues may be boring. But, you will be surprised to know that a TED talk given by British Educationist Sir Ken Robinson is one of the most watched videos on TED website and Youtube.
Here in India the perception is created that much of the rot in the education system can be traced to Macauley. But, after hearing Ken Robinson I realised that it is a global phenomenon. Education was taken seriously by the governments in the nineteenth century to meet the growing need of the industrial revolution. Thus, while some aspects of education (maths, science etc) are overemphasised, other aspects like arts, music, dance etc., are never given the importance these subjects deserve in our school curriculum.
These talks are sprinkled with generous doses of humour. So whether you are an educationist, a parent, or a lover of British sense of humour, do not miss these videos.
https://embed.ted.com/talks/lang/en/ken_robinson_says_schools_kill_creativity
https://embed.ted.com/talks/lang/en/sir_ken_robinson_bring_on_the_revolution
https://embed.ted.com/talks/lang/en/ken_robinson_how_to_escape_education_s_death_valley
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You have put the tip of the pointer at the centre of the rot. It’s been an engaging reading another series of your essays.
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Thank you so much
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There is education and there is degree. In India we have great desire to acquire a degree but we stay uneducated. I think we need technical education to support national need. Those who are really academically minded, who love Sarawati more than lakshmi, should opt for higher degree like masters and doctorate etc. Because even after more than ten years of struggle post high school, ones earning potential is not proportional to labor.
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You have rightly pointed out the difference between obtaining a degree and getting educated. Thanks for stopping by
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Very true.
Education needs emphasis.
Haven’t watched his videos. Thanks for sharing.
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When you have time do watch the videos. You will enjoy. Thanks for stopping by
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Let me watch the videos, never watched earlier. Thanks for sharing.
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