David Perkins - What's Worth Learning

David Perkins discusses the importance of determining what is worth learning in education. He questions the relevance of traditional topics like the quadratic equation and suggests focusing on more applicable subjects like statistics and probability. He also proposes rethinking history education by focusing on historical turning points. Perkins emphasizes the need for education to focus on big understandings and questions that enrich and empower students.

How does Perkins suggest history should be taught to make it more relevant?

In Perkins' view, what should education be made of to enrich and empower students?

What are some big questions that Perkins believes should be addressed in education?