Re:from a certain point of veiw (Score 1)

Interesting perspective, however, I wonder how many kids do not get the push needed to overcome the learning obstacles they face. Time and space will not allow me to elaborate, but I see this issue from two experiences and some general thought application. I think the issue is one of balance in all areas of a persons life. It may sound like a pat answer with no substance, but the problem that I see in kids and the school system as well as in parents who are living their lives and pipe dreams vicariously in their kids, is the fact that very little consideration is given to understanding personal learning methods. In addition, each person has a particular skill set, we seem to be wired for certain skill sets that if pursued properly will bring that balance. Personally, I see the biggest problem is adults with grandiose expectations for kids, but there are others who have no expectations of them. The kids are caught in the middle of programs and learning protocols that someone thinks is best for them. What is missing? Parental involvement, however, the parent must learn to identify personal schema's first and work hard to set them aside before they can hope to be successful in teaching their children. I have 5 children and one grandchild that range in age over 2 decades. Each one has a particular learning method. One may be more book oriented, another needs the hands on teaching method. Still another prefers to "flatline" in front of the TV or PS2. One good at sports and loves it, another prefers donuts and ice cream. One wants to write the other wants to breed horses and own a ranch. Still another just cannot get through a 2 month period without sleeping with at least one guy. Is homework important. Yes, but where one might succeed in book work and essay writing the other needs some real life application for mental growth and stimulation. Do not point out my success or failures; I am well aware of them. My point is that where we fail is in investing time in the lives of our children and teaching them the importance of learning how to learn and grow. Where they end up after that is up to them as they move into adulthood.