The talk below demonstrates another way to think about the failing American education system. Sir Ken Robinson gives an articulate presentation regarding the futility of one-size-fits-all education programs. I especially like his comparison of No Child Left Behind with much
Hackschooling and the Woeful American Approach to Education
Hackschooling is a new term that proponents of democratic education are using to describe alternate modes of K-12 schooling. For examples see the Sudbury Valley Day School or the best summary of the new approach as outlined by 13 year-old
Open Source Learning: Great places to study & learn for free
In the name of democratizing knowledge and providing educational opportunities to netizens everywhere, the following organizations have created excellent portals for high-quality online learning. The courses offered are designed by professors who teach the same material at a variety of