What do you think?
Rate this book
Why Knowledge Matters
The Knowledge Why Content Is the Missing Piece in Modern Education
Why are so many students struggling to think clearly, read deeply, and write meaningfully—despite more time, technology, and innovation than ever before?
In this clear and compelling call to action, The Knowledge Fix reveals the hidden crisis in today’s we’ve forgotten to teach students what they actually need to know.
For decades, schools have emphasized generic skills like “critical thinking” and “creativity,” while downplaying the core knowledge that makes those skills possible. The result? Students who can perform tasks, but lack the background to understand, connect, and apply what they learn.
This book unpacks how content-rich learning—grounded in history, science, literature, and the arts—creates true equity, builds deep comprehension, and empowers both teachers and students. Drawing from international case studies, cognitive science, and real classroom practice, it offers a roadmap for parents, educators, and policymakers to rebuild education on a foundation that works.
Whether you're a teacher seeking clarity, a parent looking for answers, or a leader shaping curriculum decisions, The Knowledge Fix is a must-read. It's time to reclaim what matters most in what we teach, not just how we teach it.
Why are so many students struggling to think clearly, read deeply, and write meaningfully—despite more time, technology, and innovation than ever before?
In this clear and compelling call to action, The Knowledge Fix reveals the hidden crisis in today’s we’ve forgotten to teach students what they actually need to know.
For decades, schools have emphasized generic skills like “critical thinking” and “creativity,” while downplaying the core knowledge that makes those skills possible. The result? Students who can perform tasks, but lack the background to understand, connect, and apply what they learn.
This book unpacks how content-rich learning—grounded in history, science, literature, and the arts—creates true equity, builds deep comprehension, and empowers both teachers and students. Drawing from international case studies, cognitive science, and real classroom practice, it offers a roadmap for parents, educators, and policymakers to rebuild education on a foundation that works.
Whether you're a teacher seeking clarity, a parent looking for answers, or a leader shaping curriculum decisions, The Knowledge Fix is a must-read. It's time to reclaim what matters most in what we teach, not just how we teach it.
Kindle Edition
Published May 8, 2025
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
No one has reviewed this book yet.