There isn’t an education system on the planet that teaches dance everyday to children the way we teach them mathematics. Why?
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The arts, sciences, humanities, physical education, languages and maths all have equal and central contributions to make to a student's education.
Interpretation
What this quote means
All subjects contribute equally to a complete education.
This quote emphasizes the importance of a well-rounded education that values the arts, sciences, humanities, physical education, languages, and mathematics equally. Ken Robinson advocates for an educational system that recognizes the diverse contributions of each field, suggesting that a student’s learning experience should not prioritize one discipline over the others, but instead integrate all areas for holistic development.
Themes
EducationArtsSciencesHumanitiesHolisticLearning
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Example use cases
In a school board meeting discussing curriculum improvements.
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