When you're a child you care less about what other people think, you take risks and you aren't scared to be wrong. Ken Robinson discusses how education is hurting creativity, and a system to help that creativity grow.
This topic went along perfectly with what we were discussing in class. They way Mr. Robinson talks about this kept me interested, he didn't just lecture, he included humor. It makes this homework bearable that's for sure. One of the things he said that really got me thinking was, that the kids that are starting school this year won't be retiring until 2065. How are the subjects we are teaching them now going to help them in their lives. There is no way we know what life will be like then, we don't even know what it will be like in five years. How is our education going to change, or is everyone going to have to learn these new things on their own? Like Ken said the "the unpredictability for it is extraordinary." Another idea I found interesting is that he wants dance to be taught in school every day like math. Its creative, its learning, I agree, why not? Once children start to grow up teachers and adults forget about things like that, the only thing they think about is their heads according to Ken, and I find that completely true! Sure people play sports and do other activities, but that always comes after school. If your grades aren't high enough, then there are no sports. Whats your take on this? Are the subjects we learn in school really the most important?
