Quote When you take the free will out of education,...

“When you take the free will out of education, that turns it into schooling.” - John Taylor Gatto

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Education is a journey of self-discovery and growth, a path towards enlightenment and empowerment. It is the process of acquiring knowledge, skills, and values that shape our understanding of the world and our place in it. But when free will is removed from this equation, when we are stripped of the ability to make choices and decisions for ourselves, education loses its essence and becomes mere schooling.

True education is about more than just memorizing facts and figures, following a set curriculum, or conforming to societal norms. It is about fostering creativity, critical thinking, and individuality. It is about encouraging students to explore their interests, pursue their passions, and think for themselves. When free will is taken away, when students are forced to adhere to a rigid system that dictates what they should learn and how they should learn it, education becomes a form of indoctrination rather than empowerment.

Without free will, without the freedom to choose our own path and shape our own destiny, education becomes a means of control, a tool for social engineering and conformity. It stifles individuality and creativity, discourages critical thinking and innovation, and limits our potential for growth and self-discovery. It reduces us to mere followers rather than leaders, conformists rather than trailblazers.

But when free will is embraced in education, when students are given the freedom to explore, experiment, and express themselves in their own unique ways, education becomes a liberating and transformative experience. It becomes a journey of self-discovery and personal growth, a process of empowerment and enlightenment. It allows us to tap into our potential, unleash our creativity, and fulfill our purpose in life.

So let us remember that education is not just about acquiring knowledge, but about empowering ourselves and others to think, dream, and create. Let us embrace free will as the cornerstone of true education, and reject schooling that seeks to control and limit our potential. Let us strive to create an educational system that nurtures individuality, creativity, and critical thinking, and empowers us to become the best versions of ourselves.




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