"If we refuse to accept as inevitable the irresponsibility and educational unconcern of the adolescent culture, then this poses a serious challenge"
- James S. Coleman
About this Quote
This quote by James S. Coleman is a call to action for adults to take duty for the education of teenagers. He is suggesting that we must decline the careless and unconcerned attitude of teenagers towards their education as inescapable. Rather, he is challenging us to act and throw down the gauntlet. This might consist of supplying more assistance and assistance to teenagers, developing more appealing and appropriate educational opportunities, and motivating adolescents to take ownership of their education. By doing this, we can assist to produce a culture of obligation and concern for education among adolescents.
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