Be unreasonable

"The reasonable man adapts himself to the world; the unreasonable one persists to adapt the world to himself. Therefore, all progress depends on the unreasonable man." - G.B. Shaw

I found this quote interesting as we continue to read about and discuss the 21st century skills that are necessary for our students to have post-graduation success. As the debate to determine what is best for our students continues, the concept of change becomes a central point. Change can happen so quickly in the business world, yet quite slowly in education. Too often, it seems, we tend to adapt ourselves to the world instead of trying to change the world. The status quo has worked for us and now we are being asked to step outside our comfort zone and change what we have been doing. Uncomfortable as it can be, it is necessary if progress is to be made.