Definition: Education is a "process, either formal or informal, that shapes the potential of a maturing organism. Informal education results from the constant effect of the environment, and its strength in shaping values and habits can not be overestimated. Formal education is a conscious effort by human society to impart the skills and modes of thought considered essential for social functioning. Techniques of instruction often reflect the attitudes of society, i.e., authoritarian groups typically sponsor dogmatic methods, while democratic systems may emphasize freedom of thought." (Credo Reference)
Why is Education important? It contributes to the growth of a better society, economy, and people.
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College Belonging : How First-Year and First-Generation Students Navigate Campus Life
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