Chapter 6 was all about the middle class jobs that are untouchable, at least for the moment. High end and low end jobs will not go away because someone will always have to do those jobs, whether by an American or by a foreigner. If I am going to adapt to the flat world, I would say that I am going to be a "passionate personalizer, math lover, and great synthesizer". I think that I will be able to make things work together, throw some math in it and put my personal touch on it!
In chapter 7, the author explains in five steps how we need to educate our people to get ahead. First, to learn how to learn you need the right teacher. I agree with this to a point, there are some pretty tough teachers out there that have a lot to give. Learning takes practice, no matter who is teaching. Second, learn how to navigate - sift, sort, and cross-check, then pick out the real facts. I definitely agree with this, probably because I do it all the time. When we started reading this book, I cross-checked some of the information and found out that it was true. Third, having passion and curiosity is better than just an IQ. I also believe this because no matter how intelligent a person is, if they don't like what they are doing they aren't going to get very far. Forth, get a liberal arts education or a flat form of education. I agree with this to a point, I think that it is important for the general education of an undergraduate degree to be mainly liberal arts. Fifth, do what you love to do to nurture the right side of your brain. This goes back to having passion and curiosity, do what you love to do because if you don't, you won't get anywhere.
In chapter 8, the author talks about gaps (or dirty secrets) that are threatening America. He explains where we are lacking and what we need to do to get it right. I think that it does start with education and ambition, but I also believe that it should start with parents' educating and inspiring their children since ultimately it's their responsibility how their children turn out.
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You are right. It is our responsibility to make sure that our children are prepared. And we need to take charge of that issue now. I feel like teaching my students and my child about the keyboard and they are four years old.
Great picture of your kids.
I agree with the idea of taking responsibility and assisting kids in their learning process. As Americans we have gotten too lax in our way of life and our education system. We need to challenge students to stay competative with other countries
I found the last 3 chapter very interesting. What are we going to have to teach our kids to make sure the can make it in a flat World. Great Blog
Good work, full credit for this post.
:) Kelly
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