What is the real purpose of education? Are we in it simply for the purpose of learning? Essay suggests that there is more to an education than books.

"School Teaches Us More Than Just Words" As a child, I remember my mother telling me to make sure I succeed in school so that when I grow up I can be somebody. I told her I wanted to be a doctor and that I would do my best and make her proud. In reality, what was the purpose of this education that I would receive in my future years? Education is there to make …

…socialization, or to master our subject areas so we can assume our place in the work force, but some how a combination of both. To make us respectful of what others have to say, teaching us the value of teamwork and friendship and still allowing for us to have enough knowledge to perform our everyday jobs efficiently is what education sets out to accomplish for us. In an attempt to make us all well-rounded individuals.