In Series Boredom Turns School Into Place Where Children Get Stupid
John Holt argues that schooling breeds stupidity by dulling curiosity and attention. He recalls experiments with a question box and notes how children lose questions and focus, adopting low power work habits. He urges engaging, interesting tasks to keep students alert and capable.
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John Holt
Officer Completes Viet Nam Tour Returns Home
Maj. B. J. Ambrose, husband of Phyllis Gram of Murphysboro, has completed a year in South Viet Nam and returned to Davis California. He will transfer to Camp Ritchie Maryland as an assistant to the offices of the joint chiefs of staff.
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Webb Gram
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