Secret Teacher: What is the purpose of education?

We should all be able to answer that question but it turns out, it's not that easy

What is the purpose of education?

I’ve learned from teaching that the best way to plan a lesson is to define its purpose – in one simple sentence. Because the process of learning is so complex, the point of it must be simple and clear.

It makes sense that the same rule should apply to our education system. Without confusion, we should all feel equipped to finish this sentence: The purpose of education in Ireland is…