A different approach

In Sir Ken Robinson's video, he stresses how we need to change our educational system, for the reason kids are not focused is due to the fact that they are simply bored. The educational system was designed in a different time period. The way people learn, or anything else for that matter, has changed drastically since then. Of course kids are bored, they are in a new generation. They are all about technology, hands on work, etc. He believes approaching an new education system more accustomed to present day will be beneficial and I personally agree. In the article about Finland and their strategy in improving their educational system has been known to be very successful. According to the author, he speaks about how Finland's teachers have certain styles and how they don't have standardized testing and most importantly, how their main focus is equality rather than their educational standards. They believe in treating every individual equally, despite their economical status and ethical background. The article also mentions quite a few times how America is not paying attention and isn't getting the message. I believe America should be trying to improve their educational approach however, it will not be as simple. America is way different and way bigger. We do not have the money and resources to do all that Finland is able to provide. Even though I think Finland's way of education is very successful, it is not exactly the way we can approach it. Both authors have very strong points and make solid cases to where I feel people should take into consideration, maybe we can start to improve our educational systems in America.