Isn't that so true? As a parent and a teacher it is so easy to fall upon that which is typical for our public school system. In school, there are facts to memorize, tests to take, and even teachers feel the pressure test scores present. Because of this, it is far easier for them to lose sight of the ultimate goal. The ultimate goal is not to be a good test taker, or atleast it shouldn't be. It is the job of parents and teachers to teach the children to think for themselves, to explore, create, and grow, to love learning. This cannot be taught through tests or memorizing facts. The answers cannot be given freely. Instead, we must teach the child to find the answers, encourage him to create his own opinions, and give him a hunger for knowledge. We all remember things better when we have the desire to learn, kids are no different. I can still remember cramming to take a test, just to forget everything I learned the moment the bell rang. This is not learning. Learning requires active engagement. It requires a desire for knowledge. This is what I hope to teach Luke. The answers are great, but how to find them is so much more important.
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