The Value of Education
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I think education has the potential to introduce people to different cultures and different ideas, but I think the individual has to be receptive to this. There are plenty of examples of people who receive a decent education but who still have closed minds.Kansas City Teacher wrote: ↑03 Aug 2019, 16:53 I could see how the author thinks it's important, and wants to discuss his background. Education isn't just important for people to gain information, but it also builds character and introduces you to different cultures, so you have a better understanding of other people...you can better relate to them..or at least understand them.
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I SO agree with this! Receiving education means learning, and learning means accepting you still have a lot to learn and that your ideas are not always right. That's why I admire schools and universities that help their students to be critical, not only to others but also to themselves on a certain topic or argument.Brendan Donaghy wrote: ↑05 Aug 2019, 06:40I think education has the potential to introduce people to different cultures and different ideas, but I think the individual has to be receptive to this. There are plenty of examples of people who receive a decent education but who still have closed minds.Kansas City Teacher wrote: ↑03 Aug 2019, 16:53 I could see how the author thinks it's important, and wants to discuss his background. Education isn't just important for people to gain information, but it also builds character and introduces you to different cultures, so you have a better understanding of other people...you can better relate to them..or at least understand them.
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I'm not sure that was his intent, to set himself apart. The author used education to uplift himself from the life he had known. I do agree that excellence in education is a distinguishing factor, especially in today's society.Sharon2056 wrote: ↑05 Aug 2019, 01:19 I think the author uses education to set himself apart, because excellence in education is a distinguishing factor.
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I agree. Education is a must, especially in this ever-changing society of ours, and I think the number of children dropping out could be explained by different factors, like poverty (wanting to earn already) and universities and schools making it like a competitive war zone. And yes, I agree as well that someone can come off as boastful to state the importance of education, especially when that person comes with privileges.Helen_Combe wrote: ↑05 Aug 2019, 01:05 I think that when so many children drop out of education, it’s important to stress the good it can do. It’s a bit difficult to do though without being accused of blowing one’s own trumpet.
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I don't think hard work is enough. I have seen people work as hard or even twice but still cannot achieve "heights". Privileges play a big part in someone's life.
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I totally agree with this! When I started at my university, I was purposely ignorant to some things because I thought it doesn't affect me. But as I grew with the university, it taught me a lot. It dragged me out of my comfort zone and safe bubble that it changed my character along the way, for the good (as far as I and some people I acquainted can see). So yes, education isn't just numbers and essays, it is also about growth. Thanks for this perspective!Kansas City Teacher wrote: ↑03 Aug 2019, 16:53 I could see how the author thinks it's important, and wants to discuss his background. Education isn't just important for people to gain information, but it also builds character and introduces you to different cultures, so you have a better understanding of other people...you can better relate to them..or at least understand them.
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Agreed. Education could get you so far, but lessons about life could help you wherever you go.Melchi Asuma wrote: ↑06 Aug 2019, 01:00 Education is extremely valuable, we all agree. However, I think we also need to agree that it is not only formal education that is good but also informal real-life education.