It is often said that, 'Knowledge is power'. Although there has always been a debate on this matter, the importance of education cannot be denied. Education matters so much for us because it not only provides us financial stability, but also brings refinement in our culture.
In an economy where knowledge is the most valuable commodity a person and a country have to offer, the best jobs will go to the best educated - whether they live in the United States or India or China. - US President Barack Obama, Washington D.C. (July 25th, 2009)
The importance of education is clearly emphasized through President Barack Obama's address. He clearly stated that education is extremely crucial for holding a good job and for making a flourishing career.
Limiting education merely for the purpose of securing a well-paying job, is an insult to its significance in human lives. So, what other factors make it so crucial?
Necessity of Education
Education Sparks Curiosity
Education helps us with many things, but most importantly, it empowers an individual to think, question, and see beyond the obvious. Human beings are born with a natural tendency to question. Education is the best way to satiate our curiosity, without extinguishing the burning desire to learn and explore more.
Education Imparts In Depth Knowledge
Education broadens our horizon and gives us a better understanding of the world around us and how things work.
The world needs education, since it is the basis of a civilized, structured society.
Education helps people to think rationally and avoid illusions in life.
Education reduces social and economic disparity, allowing progress to be shared equally.
Education reduces social and economic disparity, allowing progress to be shared equally.
Education Increases Agility Of The Brain
Studies indicate that educated people have longer life expectancy. They tend to lead a healthier lifestyle by exercising more and playing more sports. Most of them understand the implications of diet and lifestyle on their health, enabling them to make healthy choices.
On an average, educated people have more meaningful and interesting jobs than those held by uneducated people. They are usually in a position to make decisions at work. This results in higher job satisfaction which leads to a better quality of life.
Education Increases Self-Esteem
Educated people are found to have higher self-esteem. Their lives are mostly well-planned, and have a definite direction. They have better problem-solving skills and are consequently better equipped to handle everyday decisions.
Children of educated parents have access to better education facilities. These children have a higher cognitive development as compared to children of uneducated parents.
Educated people are better positioned to contribute positively to society, and even towards the environment, as they understand the implications of their choices and actions.
In developing countries, education is viewed as means to alleviate poverty and engineer social change. It isn't a magic pill for solving all the problems. But it can surely be a ladder to climb out of poverty, exclusion, ignorance, oppression, and war.
One may turn back the pages of history and reexamine primitive societies and their barbaric lives. It is the best way to realize the need of education. Many ineffective, modern educational systems have proved successful in opening people's eyes, but they have closed people's minds. It is very important to analyze needs and improvise the support system to ensure a better future for forthcoming generations. Its purpose should be to empower mind and soul, to achieve its full potential. Whether our systems achieve or hinder that purpose is another discussion.
In an economy where knowledge is the most valuable commodity a person and a country have to offer, the best jobs will go to the best educated - whether they live in the United States or India or China. - US President Barack Obama, Washington D.C. (July 25th, 2009)
The importance of education is clearly emphasized through President Barack Obama's address. He clearly stated that education is extremely crucial for holding a good job and for making a flourishing career.
Limiting education merely for the purpose of securing a well-paying job, is an insult to its significance in human lives. So, what other factors make it so crucial?
Necessity of Education
Education Sparks Curiosity
Education helps us with many things, but most importantly, it empowers an individual to think, question, and see beyond the obvious. Human beings are born with a natural tendency to question. Education is the best way to satiate our curiosity, without extinguishing the burning desire to learn and explore more.
Education Imparts In Depth Knowledge
Education broadens our horizon and gives us a better understanding of the world around us and how things work.
The world needs education, since it is the basis of a civilized, structured society.
Education helps people to think rationally and avoid illusions in life.
Education reduces social and economic disparity, allowing progress to be shared equally.
Education reduces social and economic disparity, allowing progress to be shared equally.
Education Increases Agility Of The Brain
Studies indicate that educated people have longer life expectancy. They tend to lead a healthier lifestyle by exercising more and playing more sports. Most of them understand the implications of diet and lifestyle on their health, enabling them to make healthy choices.
On an average, educated people have more meaningful and interesting jobs than those held by uneducated people. They are usually in a position to make decisions at work. This results in higher job satisfaction which leads to a better quality of life.
Education Increases Self-Esteem
Educated people are found to have higher self-esteem. Their lives are mostly well-planned, and have a definite direction. They have better problem-solving skills and are consequently better equipped to handle everyday decisions.
Children of educated parents have access to better education facilities. These children have a higher cognitive development as compared to children of uneducated parents.
Educated people are better positioned to contribute positively to society, and even towards the environment, as they understand the implications of their choices and actions.
In developing countries, education is viewed as means to alleviate poverty and engineer social change. It isn't a magic pill for solving all the problems. But it can surely be a ladder to climb out of poverty, exclusion, ignorance, oppression, and war.
One may turn back the pages of history and reexamine primitive societies and their barbaric lives. It is the best way to realize the need of education. Many ineffective, modern educational systems have proved successful in opening people's eyes, but they have closed people's minds. It is very important to analyze needs and improvise the support system to ensure a better future for forthcoming generations. Its purpose should be to empower mind and soul, to achieve its full potential. Whether our systems achieve or hinder that purpose is another discussion.
Disclaimer:
The information contained in this website
is for general information purposes only. The information is provided by http://highereducationsss.blogspot.com, and while we Endeavor
to keep the information up to date and correct, we make no representations or
warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy,
reliability, suitability or availability with respect to the website or the
information, products, services, or related graphics contained on the website
for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore
strictly at your own risk.
In no event will we be liable
for any loss or damage including without limitation, indirect or consequential
loss or damage, or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from loss of data or profits
arise out of, or in connection with, the use of this website.
Through this website you are
able to link to other websites which are not under the control of http://highereducationsss.blogspot.com. We
have no control over the nature, content and availability of those sites. The
inclusion of any links does not necessarily imply a recommendation or endorse the
views expressed within them.
Every effort is made to keep
the website up and running smoothly. However, http://highereducationsss.blogspot.com
takes no responsibility for, and will not be liable for, the
website being temporarily unavailable due to technical issues beyond our
control.
No comments:
Post a Comment