Discuss: What should the rising generation know about the world?
This week, President Barack Obama--who advocates a world-class education for every American student--announced he will ask Congress to authorize $4 billion for education. Money will go towards bolstering math, science, and other programs that have proven results.
In an ever-shrinking world, some argue that it is critical to put international studies, language proficiency, and knowledge of global systems into the definition of a world-class education.
Discuss: What does a rising generation need to know about the world? What do you wish you learned about the world in your own education?