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The education system does not teach students to process knowledge

One of most significant issues facing youths in this era is the deteriorating education system which does not respond to their needs. Youth is that chapter of life where dreams are built, hope is kindled, and a bright future is foreseen. Those are the years to understand yourself, discover your potential, grab opportunities and pursue success. Those are also the years to foster moral principles, construct your value system and begin a new journey on the path of the ‘right.’ Education is the pillar by which this is accomplished. Our system stresses collecting knowledge without understanding its value. How about the processing of knowledge, and using inspiration, visionary ambitions, creativity, risk, the ability to bounce back from failure and motivation? Most education institutions don’t consider these skills. These skills are associated with understanding the value of knowledge. Anyone who does not have the ability to put clear thoughts on paper is labelled a failure. All natural sk...