Could the shift in education come from a similar place? Might the shift come from within our own countries (as opposed to a perceived threat from outside) and motivated by economic and other opportunities exploited by an as yet unidentified party to fill a void left by a rigid and traditional education system?

Jeff

Thanks for the comment. Hate to see good people go into retirement to find the “peace” they’ve been looking for. Not sure how much longer I can keep up the good fight to change schools. But will do it until I wear myself out…which might be sooner then I hope.

Enjoy retirement!

I was told that the new computers and the new connectivity would be arriving a few months before I left. Five months later still nothing although, although I’m now enjoying a stress-free life of writing, research, and thinking.

It’s a long haul, but it’s a good fight and one that needs to be done; if not for ourselves, then for our students and our children. Keep up the good work, Jeff.

And, I should add, that I have followed much of what you have done in Shanghai through your blog postings and, in turn, shared it with school board members and library staff in my school district. I am reminded of the Margaret Mead quote, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” Keep up the great work and I look forward to reading about your future endeavors.