Quote by Sir Ken Robinson

Our education system has mined our minds in the way that we strip-mined the Earth for a particular commodity.

Our education system has mined our minds in the way that we

Summary

This quote suggests that our education system has exploited and utilized our minds in a similar destructive manner to how we have ruthlessly exploited the Earth for specific resources. It implies that our education system has focused more on extracting and capitalizing on particular knowledge or skills rather than nurturing the overall development of individuals. It highlights the potential negative consequences of an education system driven solely by goals of productivity and efficiency, neglecting the holistic growth and well-being of students.

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By Sir Ken Robinson

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