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Why do we provide public education?
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May 1st, 2013
In our society (and here I am speaking of western society, the only one I am familiar with) why do we provide a public education?
Is it for the benefit of the individual or for the benefit of society?
It could be argued both ways but my feeling is that if we as a society did not see some kind of benefit in it, it would be left up to the individual or individuals’ family to provide as best they can. It certainly wouldn’t be mandatory as it is now.
In addition, does graduation from school serve as a kind of rite of passage into adulthood since we have no formal ceremony for this important next step in the maturation process?
What are your thought?
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