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"The field of education bubbles over with controversies. It's not unusual for intelligent people of good will to disagree passionately about what should happen in schools. But there are certain precepts that aren't debatable..."

Expanded conversation around the following: "1. Much of the material students are required to memorize is soon forgotten 2. Just knowing a lot of facts doesn't mean you're smart 3. Students are more likely to learn what they find interesting 4. Students are less interested in whatever they're forced to do and more enthusiastic when they have some say 5. Just because doing x raises standardized test scores doesn't mean x should be done 6. Students are more likely to succeed in a place where they feel known and cared about 7. We want children to develop in many ways, not just academically 8. Just because a lesson (or book, or class, or test) is harder doesn't mean it's better 9. Kids aren't just short adults 10. Substance matters more than labels"