In my opinion education is the most important thing in life, right next to life experience. I look at education like a lifestyle, not a priority. When I am in class I want to get the most out of what Im learning, I don't care what it is, science, history, math whatever. I may not be the smartest person, or test material but I do work hard. Although, I do think that education is completely over priced, the most valuable thing in life is the most expensive. Doesn't really add up, right? I never really realized this until this year. It hit me when the loans started to add up and the fact that community college was the best choice for me. Not only for me really, but for everyone.
I believe we should adjust our emphasis on education, and the way we teach. Teaching should be more interactive. Students may have very smart ideas, but lack the confidence to shout an answer. Students all learn differently; and teaching one specific way, no matter what that way is, will never have a full effect. Teachers and students should connect on a personal level. Our youth will be our future, and taking action now will lead to a better one for sure. College is a whole different ball game. And honestly, I genuinely do not believe that someone should know exactly what they want to do straight of college, let alone high school. I may be young, but I speak with people who are graduating with their bachelor’s in business, and they still aren't sure. I hear, “ I’m going to law school”, or “Oh I’m going into the family business”. In my mind, I figure why not just do that straight out of high school. My work experience has given me much more knowledge of the way things work than college ever could have. I’ve learned the value of the dollar. I’ve learned how to do my taxes. I’ve learned how to write a check. These are things that are necessary to live an average life, and skills that aren’t even taught until maybe the college level. Maybe never. Overall, I generally believe education needs to be revamped; and as I stated earlier, needs to be looked at as a lifestyle. Just because you graduated, doesn't mean you have to stop learning.
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