What is education?

Shaping Minds: Enrolment at primary level has continued rising
Shaping Minds: Enrolment at primary level has continued rising

“Education isn’t the preparation for life, education is life itself.” John Dewey The noun Education was derived from the Latin word “pēducātiō” which means breeding, bringing up and rearing.

The dictionary definition of education on the other hand is: The process of imparting knowledge, skill and judgement; facts, skills and ideas that have been learnt, either formally or informally.

J.S Farrant writes that education is, “the total process of human learning by which knowledge is imparted, faculties trained and skills developed.”

Editor's Comment
Watch your tongue Mr President

While his leadership has brought about significant progress and development, it is imperative that he exercises greater caution in his choice of words, particularly when addressing sensitive matters.One of the primary concerns is the potential impact of his remarks on Botswana’s relationship with De Beers, the diamond mining giant that plays a crucial role in the nation’s economy.The partnership between Botswana and De Beers has been mutually...

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