Mac1958
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Along these lines:
A recent study shows that American students have higher self esteem and think far more highly of themselves than students in other countries. Yet their intelligence and test scores clearly lag those of foreign students.
Does that bother anyone? I find this very disturbing.
Supporting material, including an interview with the author of the study:
Confident Idiots: American Students Growing More Confident, Less Capable
Interview with Dr. Twenge: Is Generation Y more narcissistic than earlier generations? | Washington Times Communities
Study shows college students think they're more special than ever...even those that can't read or write and barely study | Mail Online
For Math Students, Self-Esteem Might Not Equal High Scores
The self esteem / participation medals / don't hurt feelings movement that has pervaded our schools and our culture is feeding our decline.
.
Along these lines:
A recent study shows that American students have higher self esteem and think far more highly of themselves than students in other countries. Yet their intelligence and test scores clearly lag those of foreign students.
Does that bother anyone? I find this very disturbing.
Supporting material, including an interview with the author of the study:
Confident Idiots: American Students Growing More Confident, Less Capable
Interview with Dr. Twenge: Is Generation Y more narcissistic than earlier generations? | Washington Times Communities
Study shows college students think they're more special than ever...even those that can't read or write and barely study | Mail Online
For Math Students, Self-Esteem Might Not Equal High Scores
The self esteem / participation medals / don't hurt feelings movement that has pervaded our schools and our culture is feeding our decline.
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