Do we appreciate our education?
Have you read the latest Your Say article? Ruth Webb argues that young people in the UK don't appreciate their education. This article makes for interesting reading. Ruth compares attitudes in the UK with those in countries like Zambia, who have to spend millions of dollars on debt repayments meaning that they cannot afford to offer a quality education to everyone.
We believe that education is a basic human right. Pupils in Britain have the right to receive a free education until the age of 16, but their attitude is seen to be reflected through statistics - in the last two years 560 million pounds has been spent to tackle truancy rates.
Do you agree that these statistics represent the general attitude to education in Britain? Do they represent your attitude? What do you think about the issues Ruth has raised in her article? Add your comment below and let us know.
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When you compare the contrasts, it tells a sad story. The question now is, what can be done to make the compulsory education generation of today, appreciate their education?
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May 09, 2006 9:16 PM
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