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“What we're learning in our schools is not the wisdom of life. We're learning technologies, we're getting information. There's a curious reluctance on the part of faculties to indicate the life values of their subjects.” quote by Joseph Campbell
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“What we're learning in our schools is not the wisdom of life. We're learning technologies, we're getting information. There's a curious reluctance on the part of faculties to indicate the life values of their subjects.”

Joseph Campbell

About This Quote

Education focuses on technical knowledge and data, neglecting the transmission of deeper life values and wisdom.

In simple terms: Schools teach skills, not life wisdom.

Key Takeaway

Missing moral and existential education.

Themes

education values wisdom technology curriculum

Mood

reflective critical

Type

observational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • curriculum design
  • teacher training
  • student development
  • policy making

Key Concepts

knowledge vs. wisdom faculty responsibility life values

Practical Applications

  • integrate ethics into STEM
  • create interdisciplinary courses

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can schools balance technical training with moral education?
  • What role should teachers play in imparting life values?
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