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You've highlighted some of the key elements that resonated with me as well, especially the focus on the need for critical thinking skills and a strong grasp of history. Rowley’s point about the way education has gone wrong was fascinating. It really made me think about the responsibility we have to be active participants in shaping how our children are educated, and also what I was taught in school
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I totally agree—life skills are a must in the education system. I'm so glad this book contributes to this conversation. Hearty congratulations on the BOTD.
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Blame This on 'Nam Too by Thomas Rowley is an intriguing study of present day training, following its philosophical movements back to the Vietnam War period. Rowley capably analyzes how verifiable occasions molded the scholastic scene, contending that schools have progressively focused on political teaching over decisive reasoning. His composing is both open and drawing in, joining individual accounts with sharp examination. While certain perusers might find his decisions dubious or excessively wide, Rowley offers viable strides for cultivating scholarly variety and autonomous idea. This book is a convincing source of inspiration for guardians, instructors, and policymakers looking to offset schooling's motivation with cultural qualities.
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Blame This on 'Nam Too- how education became indoctrination and what you can do about it is a book that addresses the positive changes that can be dine towards advancing education in America. Congratulations on BOTD.
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The author argues life skills are not taught adequately in schools and colleges. This failure of the education system is forming individuals without a sense of history, civics, or the ability to use critical thinking. Younger generations would benefit from an altered curriculum to teach these skills to result in productive public discourse. Ideally, people should question, undertake research, and understand statistics to make informed decisions about media, sort facts from propaganda, and form well-developed arguments. The author is clear that those who govern and manage education should be challenged and hopes to make the readers support a change.

The book highlights educational shortfalls that result in social issues. Lack of critical thinking, civics, and history in the curriculum can be related to anti-social behaviour, protests, and criminality.
- I thoroughly agree with the author- Especially in these times of technical advancement, where the future generations don't have to put much effort into anything they do. The review is very informative, thank you.
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Thank you for your review. I read the sample. Yes, we need to revamp our education system. We must have teachers that can teach and students to be open to be taught. Congrats to the author for the #BOTD.
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Post by Lene Lena »

I agree with the author that there's a need to learn life skills, history, and critical thinking, which sounds like it's lacking in the American Education System. His military and academic background enriches his argument, advocating for a curriculum that fosters informed citizens capable of engaging in meaningful public discourse.
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I basically agree to what the book is all about life skills are very important
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This book provides a compelling critique of the American education system, emphasizing the urgent need to teach life skills, critical thinking, and a deeper understanding of history and civics. The author’s background as a veteran and professor lends credibility to his well-researched and persuasive arguments. Nice review.
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This change is a need of the hour! I believe the curriculum is not just lacking in America but all around the world. Many schools don't teach life skills or critical thinking. This book sheds light on this subject and the need to address it.
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The author's research into the lacking nature of American curriculum is commendable. Schools don't teach critical skills, life skills, history, and civics on the scale that is needed for functioning in this world. The author points out ways to not fall into propaganda media. This book has useful insights, and readers will enjoy it.
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This is not something that interests me so I will give it a skip. Thanks f9r a detailed review. Congrats on BOTD.
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A thought provoking argument to change the education system in America can be found in the book "Blame This on 'Nam Too- how education became indoctrination and what you can do about it" by Thomas Rowley. The author being an ex- veteran and a professor makes it interesting.
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"Blame it on 'Nam Too- " by Thomas Rowley is a thought-provoking book about the shortcomings in America's educational system, drawing from the author's unique perspective as both a veteran and professor.
In an era of overwhelming media influence, thus book offers important insights into educational reform while challenging those in charge of educational systems to make necessary changes.
This is a timely argument for educational reform in our media-saturated world.
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This sounds like an enlightening book that addresses how the education systems are flawed. It provides ideas of how the younger generation would benefit from having a sense of history, civic, and critical thinking. It's an incredible book for young adults and teachers in the education world to read and advocate for the adjustment of the curriculum a little bit.
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