<i>"Say no to teachers who expect you to just remember and not understand. Education is beyond the questions at the end of the chapter of the textbook."</i><p>I agree fully with the first sentence, but take mild exception to the second sentence as I happen to be writing 'questions at the end of the chapter' right now! <i>My</i> questions at the end of the chapter are designed to try to increase understanding (but I'm sure everyone says that).<p>I think the value of essays like this would be increased with specific anecdotes and stories. Parables if you like.