Giving Compass' Take:

· Classical education is different than you think. In the modern world, a classics education can provide students with a roadmap to learn and grow. Dana Weeks explains that this education focuses on inquiry and philosophy which allows students to gain knowledge while developing innovative thought.

· How can philosophy be applied in the modern world? 

· Read about the importance of human instincts and qualities in the developing workforce.

As described in our modern mythical tale, Jurassic Park, technology may not always lead to positive outcomes if implemented without critical thought, moral ground or inquiry. From cloning to social media, it is more essential to understand the ethical implications of an idea and how it will impact people than it is to build well-designed code.

With modern challenges, such as cyber-bullying or the increasing cost of medicine, a classical education, with its focus on philosophy and inquiry, can offer students the opportunity to gain knowledge and develop innovative thought, while examining issues through a moral lens.

But how does a philosophy that has been taught for centuries stay relevant in an education age immersed with iPads and apps, and careers driven by the digital economy, automation and personalization?

The need for thoughtfulness in our technocentric world extends beyond the creation and use of new tools. Today, students are charged with shaping policy and fighting injustice, and have endless information, and misinformation, pushed to them.

Read the full article about classics education in a modern world by Dana Weeks at EdSurge.