Quote by Robert M. Hutchins

My idea of education is to unsettle the minds of the young and inflame their intellects.

My idea of education is to unsettle the minds of the young a

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker's concept of education involves provoking and challenging the young learners, rather than simply imparting knowledge. They believe in disturbing established thoughts and beliefs to stimulate critical thinking and ignite curiosity. By "unsettling" young minds, they hope to ignite a fervor for learning and encourage independent, analytical thinking that goes beyond conformity. This approach aims to empower students to question the status quo, expand their intellectual capacities, and foster a hunger for knowledge.

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Education

By Robert M. Hutchins

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