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The must-read summary of Tony Wagner's book: “The Global Achievement Gap: Why Even Our Best School Don’t Teach the New Survival Skills Our Children Need - And What We Can Do About it”.
This complete summary of "The Global Achievement Gap" by Tony Wagner outlines the author's argument that there is a disconnect between what schools are providing students - passive learning experience and what employers are looking for - critical thinkers and problem solvers. He also recommends ways to motivate the future generation to succeed in today’s world.
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To learn more, read "The Global Achievement Gap" and discover how simple educational reforms could help young people to achieve their full potential, and contribute to a strong economy and vibrant democracy.
This complete summary of "The Global Achievement Gap" by Tony Wagner outlines the author's argument that there is a disconnect between what schools are providing students - passive learning experience and what employers are looking for - critical thinkers and problem solvers. He also recommends ways to motivate the future generation to succeed in today’s world.
Added-value of this summary:
• Save time
• Understand how the education system could be reformed to better serve the job market
• Expand your knowledge of American politics and social services
To learn more, read "The Global Achievement Gap" and discover how simple educational reforms could help young people to achieve their full potential, and contribute to a strong economy and vibrant democracy.
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