Should reasoning skills be taught in primary school? Why or why not?
We as humans are unlike any species on the planet. We are able to reason. We are able to solve riddles, cure diseases, invent, among many other things. The human mind is something so unique, that it would be a shame if we were limit it's learning. Reasoning should absolutley be taught in primary school. Among the children of today sit future leaders, teachers, and many influential people of this worlds future. It is our responsibility to teach the youth of today so that for generations upon generations this world never ceases to rapidly progress.
America, since it's very beginning, has grown so quickly and become such a power in the world due to the great minds that live within her borders. In my opinion, a huge reason behind this, is our ability to reason with the best of them. We use a little thing called common sense. It is a simple, yet profound trait to possess. I believe we are made into level-headed, strong, yet understanding leaders because of the way we as Amercans were raised.
I can definitely say that there is not alot we need to change about the school system for youth in America. It has produced some of the greatest and most successful people to ever walk the earth. I believe if we changed everything about the school system, for example, force every kid everywhere to wear the same uniform to school every day, that would cause a problem. Talking and teaching to children about their potential and their ability to reason would definitely be a positive thing.
We should teach kids how to be good people. A part of this is reasoning. Knowing the difference between what is good for us and bad for us is a huge thing to understand at a young age. How to treat people, how to act in public, all of this things go back to the ability to reason. In my mind it is an absolute must to teach this at a young age so that the children of today can become as great as their potential.
