As the only species on this planet that can Think! Thinking about Thinking is the ultimate lesson of
education. Independent Thinking is an essential human right. A birth
right, which must firstly, constantly, and essentially be based upon human concerns, social graces, and an
exchange of courtesy. Parents and adults are under constant
observation from younger minds and must always be on their best behavior and correcting themselves and others, sharing with younger minds, when not. Learning to manage Anger and Ambition. A progressive right to create a burning desire for Lifelong
Learning and to develop
a Consensus
on Education: Producing rounded Individuals exposed to Civics, Sports,
Cultures and Religions.
“I think it's within.
No amount of training will get folk to be decent unless they see what's in it
for themselves. Those who have it within will always have it without training.”, states Subi Nanthivarman
“HOPE is such a small word but the impact is so phenomenal,
we all are prepared to wait on it.”, states Julian Peter Prescod
“This hopes
to change education systems: Exposing Parents and Guardians to manage behavior,
Traditional
Examinations restructured into Continuous Assessment (Present and Practice), to combine
formal and informal learning, to deliver decent, skilled and productive people,
from birth to death!”, replies the
Author
“I think the current COVID-19 pandemic has demonstrate
that the formal educational system and traditional examinations (which train
individuals to memorize) definitely needs restructuring. With the vast
technologies available, and easy access to such, this can be a game changer in
acquisition of knowledge and skills that could lead to delivering skilled and
productive individuals from birth to death and possibly lead an exponential
knowledge growth through knowledge sharing.", states
"Agreed. It not so much what you learn that is important
but rather learning how to learn and how to authenticate/verify what you are
learning. In age where misinformation and lies are being spread widely on
social networks and in the media, one needs the right set of skills and
capabilities to sort out the 'wheat from the chaff'.", states Ian Ivey
Traditional educators leave many people behind.
Uneducated as to deal with stages of development, hormone driven students, or
large class numbers. Awarding a few with praise and motivation, while, asking of
many to try harder or dropout. Educators must be specially trained to drill
deeper into developing psyches. All lesson plans must now incorporate students’
individual assessments of their readiness to learn and the current knowledge of
the subject matter, which can only be done in small groupings, using teaching
assistants and aids.
“I'm so happy that I am not a per say traditional teacher!
I teach my children for free online!! I care about my students all over the
world!! Great teachers do care about their students. They want them to succeed
and are committed to helping them achieve their goals. Moreover, teachers care
about their students' happiness, well-being and life beyond the classroom. A
great teacher does not make it a secret that they care. It's not a secret from
me!!”, states Patsy Bland,
Master Educator
Numerous people are taught and graduate with a sense
of achievement, thinking that they are entitled to be paid money, above basic living expenses. These people learnt
skills to give service, which is to benefit all of humanity, not only
themselves. Supplying physically and mentally Skilled, Experienced
and Productive Individuals, into #Infrastructure, #Healthcare, #Security, and #EconomicDrivers, is to progress communities and nations. Such Progression, of all in the groupings, will
allow for wealth creation and distribution above the essentials. With Educators
disseminating their peer reviewed Research into the archives of History
accessible to all future generations. All of which forms a Tolerant and
Peaceful Society.
“I think financial literacy needs to be taught at an early
age so that greater understanding, broader citizenry participation in
development and commonality in tackling present and future crises will become
less burdensome. Basically, reduction in inequality, but at the same time,
encourage excellence among citizens.”, states
All people are born with a natural need for other
people, no formal education required. But as growth takes place, people learn to
segregate who, at this time or stage, can and cannot help them. This learning
is dangerous to civil society, community unity and human trust. Segregation along
economic lines creates the haves and the have-nots. Producing adults, who see others only in terms of “How
much you want?” and “How much you can give me?”, is the foundation of a failed
society.
Closing and managing the Wealth Gap is essential to retain
a sense of belonging among residents. Ending Segregation, based on Race and
Religion, is much more difficult to manage based on human history, but must be
directly tackled, to defeat discrimination, attain human equality and achieve
social goals. But of utmost importance, is to understand, accept and respect, each
other’s roles within the grouping. Such roles are notably interchangeable.
Individual Human Roles:
1. The Inspirer Role attempts to Visualize and Create.
2. The Developer Role endeavors to Invent and Innovate.
3. The Administrator Role tracks to Monitor and Report.
4. The Builder Role works to Construct and Assemble.
“From my understanding of Semler schools and evidence from
the older traditions of indian Gurukuls, there are many things we, all of us,
government and industry, are complicit about. It's that we assume that we know,
and not the child, what's best for them. Also, we don't seem to take
development stages into consideration - education is a cookie cutter, mass
produced tool for creating workers and cheap labor. Some of us, in power, make
decisions for all of us as to what's best for us - and they are mostly wrong!”, states Dr. Chakradhar
Education
SYNERGIES: Truth and Facts, which are historically
and widely accepted, scientifically proven and periodically reexamined, supported
with balance arguments, and accessible publicly to all willing to know, via multiple
dissemination medium, through formal education, news and entertainment, must be
securely stored, available to all and passed on from generation to generation.
“Education is the "why" and training is the "how". The system must firstly focus on demand - what skills are required now and in the future. For example as we move into the 4th industrial revolution digitisation is the key component and would require skills in coding, data science, IT and data analytics. Our education and training system should address this. According to Elon Musk he's looking for skills in coding not necessary a 4 year degree. If you're an A-class coder you're hired. The other area of demand is renewable energy. It's upon us and moving quickly. Has our education system adjusted or is petroleum engineering the only game in town.”, states Randall Mohammed
“Basic education
must be available in every community, to fill positions in #Infrastructure, #Education, #Healthcare, and #Security. With seamless
movement between communities, specialty education can be accessed
geographically where it is best available, and such needed skills and
experiences can immigrate to where it is most needed to fill voids and
opportunities in that community’s #EconomicDrivers.”, replies the Author
“I agree with your philosophy and its underlying
concepts...and the researching of the issues related to our system of education.
we must be clear on where we want to be and how our education system will help
us get there... some of us see education as a gate pass to employment...when it
needs to be viewed as much, much more than that...the masters, the PhD
etc...seem to serve only as markers for the status quo...at times...I attended
south east Port of Spain secondary school . class of 76...that year SEPOS
performed better that most secondary schools and colleges in the country with
respect to the amount of full passes received...an anomaly for sure for that
the particular demographic …the following year must of the
"performing" teachers were reassigned to Presentation college, St.
Francois, Bishop Anstey and the like...and were replaced by teachers with very
little experience...I make the point to underscore that education systems are
skewed in favor of the affluent and the so called prestige schools to quality
tutoring...any new system making a serious effort to remedy the inequities in
the current education system, will need to underpin serious transformation in
our economy and the way forward...it must be made to meet the needs of our
transformation...it is a complex problem with many caveats. Many questions to
be answered.”,
states Terence Hinds
“My perspectives are informed by experiences teaching at
the Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary levels. Then being involved in #InformalScienceEducation at #NIHERST and TechVoc at #CXC. From a Trinidad perspective, and it holds true for most of the region, the education systems are based primarily of maintenance of the status quo, rather than creating innovative and complete citizens. They've
even been sacrificed, in some territories as a conditionality of accepting
loans from certain members of the international community. Evidence of this is
in the displacement or cessation of TechVoc Training institutes with the
expectation that foreigners would be employed to perform the low level skills
such as #plumbing #electricalInstallation #Masonary #welding and the like. The economic decision of this is the
dependence of labour from as far off as Asia, and the increase of unemployment
in the region.”, states Ruel Ellis, PhD
“As an example of fit for purpose education, why aren't we
chasing the teaching of occupational health and safety and environmental from
preschool right up to tertiary level? We suffer from obesity, diabetes , heart
disease, hypertension, etc.....where are the early education components that
would arm the society at large with the knowledge to make the step change
required to tackle these challenges...these high impact issues that require
serious culture change...do you catch my meaning?”, states Terence Hinds
“However, the challenges which you've identified has more
to do with Life-Style and Nutrition rather than OSH. They require a culture
shift which is dependent upon the education curriculum. This way, individuals
can make better choices about their physical and mental activities and their
dietary needs.”, states Ruel Ellis, PhD
“We need education that is fit for purpose…from as early
as it would set… can you imagine the possibilities of what the society could
achieve....how would voting patterns change in a well-educated society? …would
the electorate now look at demonstrated performance rather than party...would
they measure new entrants to the political arena on ethics, community service,
leadership, etc....would an "educated" "enlightened"
society have responded better to the covid-19 pandemic?”, states Terence Hinds
“I think you should touch upon the idea of truth and
facts being based on someone’s perspective or a societies current
thinking...and therefore open to challenge from different perspectives and the
passage of time. Hard to find universal truths now, even in scientific arenas. Also
think that education of other cultures and experiences will help foster that
community spirit as well as helping reframe interactions with different people.
We may learn to enjoy and benefit from diversification of thought, as we are
starting to see those benefits come into ‘walks of life’ now.”, states Ted Jennings, CFA
“Hence, agreement
can be found in the statement, “Critical, Logical and Analytical Thinking are crucial
elements in any type of lesson and teaching plan.”, which needs to be
implemented through each individual life.”, by the Author
Critical, Logical and Analytical Thinking are crucial elements in any lesson and teaching plan. Such training, taught through Games, must be based upon an individual stage of development, and moral and ethical concerns for the society, to continuously prove the facts, the truth and dispel fictions and falsities. Education without thinking is simply the regurgitating of memorized data. Information which can now be electronically stored and widely available. Thinkers utilize facts and add imagination to produce intelligence, knowledge, insight, and hence, progress.
“Great ideas but all worldwide governments and authorities
have to get involved with these great plans in order to reduce worldwide
poverty, hunger, and homelessness. Also need large private sector corporations
to assist with education and putting in place electronic educational systems.", states Michelle Brownsley
Learning in the womb, Nursery schooling, Early
Childhood development, Primary, Secondary Grade School and the Tertiary Environment,
College, University, Internship and Apprenticeship, On-the Job Training are just
terms of progress. Remembering the many adults and the elderly have also
undergone this progress, via life experiences. Schooling must become an extended family
environment: much like (18yrs.) Academies, Boarding Schools and Orphanages. Managed by
the community, staff with specialty developmental teachers, and with small
groups, ten or less students per class, following similar curricula, for learning to be effective. Resulting in people advancing people, educators
leaving the living with messages, comments, opinions, observations, criticisms,
and research articles to progress human evolution.
The formative learning period, before adulthood, is
key to producing decent and considerate, critical thinking people. Parenting
and learning from adult behavior examples come naturally. Peer Pressure learning
is unavoidable but must be questioned and examined to solicit truth from false bragging.
The learning that takes place when (big sister or big brother) teenagers
supervise and counsel younger children is most helpful. As is the mentoring of
such teenagers by young adults, now trained to formally research topics before respectfully
spreading their own opinions.
“Back in my school days we had a Student Guidance
Counselor who assisted in mentoring students, behavior examples and guidance
with facts of life...how to adapt to the world outside school. Not sure if they
still have counselors in school. Think we need to get back to those principles.”, states Erica
Ortiz
“There's a
quote attributed to both Ignatiaus Loyola and Aristotle: *Give me a child till
he be but 7, and I will show you the man.* These philosophers were of the
opinion that it was the events and experiences during the first 7 years of the
child's life that's responsible shaping the adult. I tend to believe that also.
I'm willing to guess that that's the reason why the modern SDGs include
pre-school education. This gives a rationale for the Germans and nordic nations
limiting academic teaching to kids under 7 years old. In some curricula,
reading and writing are omitted until the child can control the fine muscles,
however the brain is extremely malleable, thus tools such as critical thinking,
environmental and social consciousness and building relationships through play
are imparted. So waiting for teenage to begin mentorship may be attempting to
close the barn doors after the horses have bolted.", states Ruel Ellis, PhD
”Ruel Ellis, PhD It's called unconscious goals. It's decisions children
make from events, others reactions on how to get love.", states Dr.
Chakradhar
”Dr.
Chakradhar exactly. So the real program should be focused on teaching adults to LOVE! This way, parents impart love and all the social skills needed to have a progressive, yet productive society.”, states Ruel Ellis, PhD
“Ruel
Ellis, PhD it is also argued that on becoming an adult, it is no more about teaching but conditioning. Systems and laws will force those adults who don't get it tocomply. But then again, that child like desire to make a change does not ordinarily burn out. Some schools of thought go as low as within the first three years. But I hear you. Those formative years prepare the foundation for who we strive to become. They are the roots to be watered.", states Julian Peter Prescod
The fundamental issue, on the informal education
side, permeating societies, is the faith held by many in the words of
communicators. Experts, on any topic, must research, test, and defend their conclusions
to win peers’ approval. Strategic Planners and Entrepreneurs must work within governing
rules and regulations to put forward a viable implementation process. While, Politicians,
presented with the best expert advice, should refined such advice into the
policies and publicly transmit such guidelines. But many in society mistake Research
Conclusions for Government Policies and for Strategic Plans. This informal learning
is due mainly to Money, Financing, and the control of the Treasury, propagated by
communicators.
Messengers will consider and criticize ideas based
on an Expert Viewpoint, Current Circumstances, or a Political Divide, whichever
is the most controversial, to reach the largest audience. Because audience size
drives advertising revenue. Posts, articles, and advertisements are purposely
designed to catch attention, not to be accurate or truthful. Hence Rules of
Journalism allow for errors and corrections to avoid penalties. While social
media rules are in its infancy. It is Libel Laws which must be strengthen and adjudicated.
But with the formally educated public of critical thinkers, questioning
everything, seeking hard evidence, not hearsay, ridiculing and embarrassing the
messenger, there should be no rumors, propaganda, misinformation and lies circulating.
Media must recognize its role to Educate as it Informs and Entertains. New
News. Debunking
Opinion. Policy
from Research not News.
A burning desire for Lifelong Learning
must address stages of development, firstly and crucially at an individual level and learning rate. Thinking
causes an individual to have discussions based on a Moral Compass and execute
actions with Ethical Behavior. Right and Wrong! Considering the Many, not a Few! Noting that, the Human Race very survival depends on its
constant adaptation and transfer of Knowledge
into Wisdom.
Community Learning Centers designed to physically separate workstations
with digital electronic communication technology for interaction between Presenters
and other Participants.
Lifelong Learning Lessons combining informal
behavior and formal curricula to impart and develop Social Responsibility, Decent,
Mannerly, Courteous, Healthy, Skilled, Experienced and Productive Individuals, is
the education mission, NOT drone workers, blind followers or leaders who cannot
inspire. Along with the structured Employment and Continuous Training
of Teaching Personnel: Educators, Curricula
Presenters, Administrators, Counselors, and Mentors. This eliminates class or grade attainment, the shame and anger of being
left-back or being a dropout, based on age and replaces it with evaluated development
stages, stored via a confidential Personal Electronic Learning record. Birth-5,
5-12, 12-18, 18-Death would be replaced by whenever the individual is assessed
to be ready, without class or caste judgement or ridicule.
Confidential tracking of Individuals’ wellness,
diet and exercise, records, inclusive of vaccinations, infections and
treatments, injuries and recuperations, chronic mental and physical conditions must
all be linked to personal records.
Confidential Birth Certificate Names, Personal and
Electronic Identification, Physical Home address must all be linked to learning,
wellness, and productivity records.
Confidential Productivity records would list professional
experiences and skill training, tied to benefits, earnings, and taxations.
#EconomicDrivers: Revenue is earned from the Formal and On-the-Job-Training
and Accrediting of Construction Workers, Teaching Personnel, Medical Professionals,
and Security Personnel.
The
Invitation is open to all ideas that are suited to execute this vision.
