What we want is to see the child in pursuit of knowledge, and not knowledge in pursuit of the child.
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Experience fails to teach where there is no desire to learn.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Without a desire to learn, experience does not effectively impart knowledge.
This quote by George Bernard Shaw highlights the importance of a willing and open mindset towards learning. It suggests that simply going through experiences is not enough for real understanding or growth; one must actively desire to learn from those experiences to truly gain wisdom and knowledge.
Themes
LearningExperienceDesireKnowledgeGrowth
In practice
Example use cases
A teacher might use this quote to inspire students to embrace their education.
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