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That’s a cultural problem. We need to change it so intrinsic motivation is the driving force behind education.
by rorykoehler 6y ago
That’s a cultural problem. We need to change it so intrinsic motivation is the driving force behind education.
- tux1968 6y agoSo elective rather than compulsory?
- tremon 6y agoWhat's with the black&white? How about nurtured guidance, positive reinforcement learning or inspirational leadership? The stick isn't the only compelling force, and when it comes to education, it's probably one of the worst. Kids are naturally curious, they're hard-wired to learn from the world around them. But you need a school system that fosters that, not hampers it.
- WalterBright 6y agoMy parents told me that if I didn't get a good education, I'd become a "ditch digger". Of course, these days operating a Ditch Witch isn't a bad job at all, and frankly looks like fun!
- sokoloff 6y agoI got one and dug trenches for a sprinkler system in a pretty small city yard. It was fun for about 30 minutes, which represented a disturbingly small fraction of the total job. 2/10. Would not recommend.
- stickfigure 6y agoSure... but we're not going to figure out how to reinvent education before September.