Education and the End of ‘Why’

A liberal by any definition, Carol Smaldino takes on President Obama's proposed educational reforms with the concern that they equate to "the murder of diversity at home."

Regarding our children's educational needs, I propose the following: They have different educational needs and styles, which is part of diversity at its core. As such, our key mission should include creating opportunities for "hope," "change," and confidence for them all. Of course, to do this, we would need to make space for their sparks of inspiration, curiosity, critical thinking and collaboration.

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