This was a very thought- provoking study of our nation's schools and the fact that they are not teaching students the real skills they need to enter a global marketplace and compete. For me, it has put this concern on my radar, and I am going to be mindful of the issues as my boys get older and g...
Ultimately, I agree with much of what Tony Wagner espouses, but would be dishonest if I didn't confess that marrying corporate Americaa's ideals with public school's purpose makes me more than a little nervous. This book did inspire me to make my class more inquiry-based and after seeing him spe...