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ERRR #050. Guy Claxton on the Learning Power Approach

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What Is the Purpose of School Based Education?

Guy claxton is a cognitive scientist and educational reformer. He believes that education should be used to prepare people for life beyond the classroom. The purpose of school based education, he says, must be to help young people cope with 'uncertainty' This includes dealing with difficulties such as losing your wallet or learning how to tango.

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