Summary Practice-Domininc Tavarez

Part 1: MLA CITATION

Article title	‘Schools are killing curiosity’: why we need to stop telling children to shut up and learn
URL	https://www.theguardian.com/education/2020/jan/28/schools-killing-curiosity-learn
Website title	The Guardian
Date accessed	March 21, 2023
Date published	January 28, 2020

Part 2:

“Schools are Killing Curiosity” is an opinion article that was published in ”The Guardian”, written by Dr. Susan Engel. The article discusses how the current education system is failing to let students to ask curious questions.  Questions help students stimulate discussions, and creative/critical thinking, as well as determine how students are thinking. Questions help students retain material by putting into words otherwise unarticulated thoughts.

The Author Dr. Susan Engel argues that curiosity is not only important for students academic success but also for their personal growth and fulfillment. However, the current education system is focused on testing and grades, which discourage students from asking questions and exploring their own interests.

Engel suggests that schools need to let students be able express their curious thoughts. This means giving students the freedom to explore their own interests and to ask questions that may not have a straight forward answer. Engel also stresses the importance of creating a safe and supportive environment where students feel comfortable taking risks and making mistakes.

Overall, Engel’s article highlights the need for a fundamental shift in the way we approach education, one that prioritizes curiosity and encourages students to become lifelong learners.