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What countries do a better job of fostering creativity and critical thinking? Every culture has its sacred cows. The idea of an environment that's fully toler
by Jimmy 12y ago
What countries do a better job of fostering creativity and critical thinking? Every culture has its sacred cows. The idea of an environment that's fully tolerant and welcoming towards any and all dissent is, as far as I can tell, a myth.
Nonetheless, my experiences with US (university) classrooms have generally been positive. As long as it's relevant to the topic of discussion, students are free to pose a wide range of ideas without fear of social or academic reprisal. Although I must admit that some recent developments on college campuses with regards to freedom of speech are troubling.
- aianus 12y agoAt least here in Canada, it's too late by the time students get to university. The high schools have already selected for obedience and rote memorization skills when sorting their students for university admission. That and rich cheaters who can afford to purchase higher grades by taking accredited night classes.
- JoshTriplett 12y ago> Nonetheless, my experiences with US (university) classrooms have generally been positive. As long as it's relevant to the topic of discussion, students are free to pose a wide range of ideas without fear of social or academic reprisal. In university, yes, after 13 years of the exact opposite.