This is a pretty broad subject, and it mainly depends on the end level of education being pursued, the professional orientation, and the teaching subject. While "training in logical thinking" is a great approach for secondary and higher education and most natural and social sciences, it hasn't been shown to work well with young students in early primary education and with learning a foreign language or a trade. So, if someone is in pursuit of learning a trade, the person is much better off with training in a controlled environment and practicing in real-world environments via a dual education system in the workplace.

I agree with the statement that education should be about training in logical thinking and assisting future generations to adjust to the changing world, rather than just imparting knowledge. Education serves a crucial role in preparing individuals to thrive in an evolving society and adapt to the challenges and opportunities that arise. Logical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities, and adaptability are essential for success in a rapidly changing world.

While knowledge acquisition is important, it should be integrated with the development of critical thinking, creativity, communication skills, and emotional intelligence. These skills are necessary for individuals to navigate complex, real-world situations and contribute meaningfully to society. Education that focuses solely on rote memorization and information transfer can limit a person's ability to adapt to new circumstances and solve novel problems.

Therefore, a well-rounded education should encompass both knowledge acquisition and the development of skills that empower individuals to think critically, innovate, and respond effectively to the challenges of an ever-changing world.

Many thanks for your helpful, logical ideas appreciated

Totally agree...

As a professor of Microbiology, I always tell my students that their knowledges, thoughts, and ideas about any topic are very important to comprehend that topic. And, to achieve that goal, we need to convert the lecture from teaching to training (in my opinion). I used to fulfill this by brainstorming, that I ask a question, letting students in discussing groups to conclude the answer, right it down in a colored sticker, then collect these stickers together and discussing them, adding details to their realization. So, lecture is not about only instruction, but listening to students then add small details to their knowledge, trying to put all students, though the differences in their levels, in a step-by-step learning mode rather than receiving a compile of information and soon will be hard to deal with.