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“My contention is, all kids have tremendous talents. And we squander them, pretty ruthlessly.”

Quote by Ken Robinson

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Ken Robinson is a British author and educator renowned for his research on educational innovation and creativity. His works, such as 'The Element' and 'Out of Our Minds', have had a profound impact worldwide, advocating for educational systems to focus more on nurturing creativity in students. more

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