In college, the author struggled to understand “Middlemarch,” questioning why the protagonist, Dorothea, would make certain choices. The value of humanities education at a young age is debated, with the argument that knowledge acquired early can be more beneficial later in life. Educability is highlighted as crucial for success, with the ability to combine diverse knowledge over time. A.I. systems are seen as limited in comparison to the human mind’s educability. The importance of educability is emphasized in fields like medicine and politics. Valiant encourages fostering educability as an ideal in society for navigating constant change and learning.
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