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We are all born and brought up with an education system that is way too inefficient in the history of human race. Yes, education systems vary widely with each country, but I would like to talk about the system in general, and Indian in particular, and what needs to be present in the system to enhance it.

The current system and its practicality:
- Mathematics: Log tables, Find angles between Parallel Lines, Sin x, Cos x derivatives, Theorems used to prove angle formulae, Matrix inversions, Complex algebraic equations, Hyperbola, etc.
- Physics: Calculate the swing distance of a pendulum, Calculate heat energy/ calories, Angle of refraction,
- Chemistry: Organic Chemistry, Inorganic chemistry, Non metallic compounds,  

How many of these subjects have been used in the practical life? Not even 10%!
Is Matrix inversion useful for an MBBS doctor or a general physician? Nope. 
How useful are these in real life for a School teacher / Electrical engineer ? 

General mentality- "Keep education as tough for children as possible! That is how they learn!" What a dumb idea!

Why make a life of a young child complicated with subjects that are not even used in daily life of an educated person? Are these necessary for everyone to lead a successful life? NO!

If a person, who has a natural aptitude for Biology, does not fare well in Pendulum swinging equations, should they be disqualified for the Physician position?

All the while, we have been focusing on only Cognitive Intelligence. 

What other types of Intelligence are needed for a person to evolve?




Emotional Intelligence  Present arguments in such a way the other person listens to you and thinks about it. How do you deal with failure, take calculated risks, avoid mental trauma, etc.

Social Intelligence - You do not take steps which damage society, such as pumping smoke, toxins into the air, killing the environment, destroying water, soil, etc. 
Also, you should not become a destructionist - damage what is in existence to change the world. 

Behavioural Intelligence: skills that directly influence others, affecting both individual and team effectiveness

Moral Intelligence- You do not take actions against someone innocent. Lack of this intelligence affects the moral fabric of the society, and leads to corruption and societal damage. Now you see rampant corruption everywhere. Thanks to whom?

Spiritual Intelligence - To get to know yourself, your soul, what is in existence, where do you fit? rather than believing in dumb books. How to contribute positively to yourself and your society than in a negative way. Know your true identity!




Many lack valuable life skills, interpersonal skills, Finance, (which are extremely crucial to lead a life),   

What should be included in everyone's education:


Logic: Critical reasoning, Inductive and Deductive, I do not mean programming!

Communication Skills: How to communicate effectively your thought process to others, convince them if needed.

Economics and Finance: Business Economics and Value Flow and Value Creation (Micro and Macro)

Health and Wellness: How to keep oneself fit and healthy thorough healthy food, sleep, and good habits

EQ and Mindset: Recognising your own / others' emotions and managing them effectively to lead a life effectively.

Responsibility, Leadership: Taking responsibility and leading people is something everyone must be taught! Sloppy leadership in family structures, career or corporate structures is wrecking havoc in everyone's lives.

Social and Moral Skills: You do not take steps which damage society, such as pumping smoke, toxins into the air, killing the environment, destroying water, soil, etc. You do not take actions against someone innocent. Lack of this intelligence affects the moral fabric of the society, and leads to corruption and societal damage. 

Spirituality:  One should have spiritual education, to delve into themselves, to learn what their true nature is, and evolve through self-contemplation. Following some ridiculous books blindly without ever questioning the validity leads to terrible consequences. 

History, Heuristics: The one who ignores history is condemned to repeat it. We need to know our glorious past, and learn from it.

Teamwork: Do you know how much training corporates give to their employees just to teach them to work together?

Civics, and Global perspectives: Learning how various geographies, demographics, cultures function is very important for everyone. 

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What about the current learning methods?

A current system uses a lowly qualified person to teach highly complicated subjects from textbooks to children enmasse. Then stressful written examinations that punish children by not letting them learn anything new, and which do not care for children's mental health.

Ancient civilisations never had such complicated and ineffective methods in first place.

- They had story telling! A simple and effective way for a brain to retain complicated information! 
- They had a highly qualified person, well versed in knowledge retention methods to teach a small group of children. Children had individual and focused attention. 
- Children were never beaten, abused or forced to wear dunce caps. They were treated with kindness. 
- Practical education and hands-on learning was a must for everyone. 
- They had gamification! What do we have?



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