On the eve of America's 230th, the New York Times steps to the plate with a short, sweet editorial calling for more and better science education:
Some universities have already realized the need for better ways of teaching. But this means revising an incentive system that has historically rewarded scientists for making discoveries and publishing academic papers, not for nurturing the next generation of great minds.
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All good ideas.
However, care must be taken to be sure that big-industry/big money doesn't step in, to provide much-needed "help" (financial assistance), but ends up shaping what can and cannot be taught, instead.
Heh heh. Check your spelling of "education".