The old master was learning. It described the state of American education as being in the states of crisis. I propose that it is not. There is of course no denying that society has a legitimate concern and interest in the education of its populace. Education through the institutions of the family, religion, and state is the very life of society.
Education is central to healthy culture, but a culture of materialism and production lacks heart.
A prosperous economy is desirable and capable workers important to the health of society. Nonetheless, the primary purpose of education must never be a productive work force. A productive work force is the natural fruit of creative, healthy minds and bodies, and creativity is the product of freedom. If there is one characteristic lacking in today's educational system it is freedom, and freedom is the proper goal of education. The freedom of curiosity, the freedom to question the status quo, this is the lifeblood of education that leads to freedom.