Tool of the day
08-08-2013, 07:48 AM
#4341
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Originally Posted by Rather B Fishin
Who woulda thunk it? Critical thinking and problem solving skills aren't that important. I guess nouns and verbs make airplanes fly more than physics, engineering and math.......
Sad that most kids today and many adults can't do basic arithmetic without whipping out their Iphone, etc. or have a cash register telling them how much change to give. Back in the stone ages, one needed to have that skill. Why not teach children mathematical skills that will help them in everyday life such as balancing a checkbook, managing their finances, investing, etc.?Sorry, but I still find it incredibly mind-boggling and pathetic that supposedly educated people in ALL walks of life can't spell or form a sentence without glaring errors.
08-08-2013, 08:31 AM
#4342
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Originally Posted by LNL76
Yes, because EVERYONE in the US wants to become an airline pilot. Sad that most kids today and many adults can't do basic arithmetic without whipping out their Iphone, etc. or have a cash register telling them how much change to give. Back in the stone ages, one needed to have that skill. Why not teach children mathematical skills that will help them in everyday life such as balancing a checkbook, managing their finances, investing, etc.?
Sorry, but I still find it incredibly mind-boggling and pathetic that supposedly educated people in ALL walks of life can't spell or form a sentence without glaring errors.
Sad that most kids today and many adults can't do basic arithmetic without whipping out their Iphone, etc. or have a cash register telling them how much change to give. Back in the stone ages, one needed to have that skill. Why not teach children mathematical skills that will help them in everyday life such as balancing a checkbook, managing their finances, investing, etc.?Sorry, but I still find it incredibly mind-boggling and pathetic that supposedly educated people in ALL walks of life can't spell or form a sentence without glaring errors.
― Dietrich Bonhoeffer, The Cost of Discipleship
08-08-2013, 08:38 AM
#4343
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Originally Posted by LNL76
Yes, because EVERYONE in the US wants to become an airline pilot. Sad that most kids today and many adults can't do basic arithmetic without whipping out their Iphone, etc. or have a cash register telling them how much change to give. Back in the stone ages, one needed to have that skill. Why not teach children mathematical skills that will help them in everyday life such as balancing a checkbook, managing their finances, investing, etc.?
Sad that most kids today and many adults can't do basic arithmetic without whipping out their Iphone, etc. or have a cash register telling them how much change to give. Back in the stone ages, one needed to have that skill. Why not teach children mathematical skills that will help them in everyday life such as balancing a checkbook, managing their finances, investing, etc.?
08-08-2013, 08:52 AM
#4344
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Originally Posted by Sink r8
I just wanted to quote this, and let it hang there a while. Probably doesn't need any editorial comments.
08-08-2013, 09:01 AM
#4345
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Originally Posted by scambo1
I just really, really want to post an editorial comment. However, I will keep my mouth shut and accept that the coke popping, talking freight really has it all together.
Go right ahead....it's better than the wimpy read-between-the-line posts that some guys drop on here and then run off never to return to the discussion. Also, it's funny when you all think I'm not smart enough to "get it." Thanks, too, for the jab about my job. Yet, I'M the one who's been called a man and pilot hater. Gotta laugh at the irony! Thanks for that, Scambie..... You have a magical day!
08-08-2013, 12:10 PM
#4348
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Originally Posted by badflaps
We here are just trying not to get covered in foam, and squished. Maybe social discourse is not a strong suite.
Service jobs are not going to make for a strong and vibrant economy. To do that you have to make things. Making things requires math and science.
08-08-2013, 12:39 PM
#4349
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Originally Posted by cactusmike
There is a reason we have an armored door between us and the cabin.
Service jobs are not going to make for a strong and vibrant economy. To do that you have to make things. Making things requires math and science.
Service jobs are not going to make for a strong and vibrant economy. To do that you have to make things. Making things requires math and science.
08-08-2013, 12:50 PM
#4350
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Originally Posted by LNL76
Sorry, but I still find it incredibly mind-boggling and pathetic that supposedly educated people in ALL walks of life can't spell or form a sentence without glaring errors.
Should we not praise those who have all the tools at their disposal, as opposed to the tool of the day?
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