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Essay: Importance of Education

Education is a process that involves the transfer of knowledge, habits and skills

from one generation to another through teaching, research and training. It can be ina

formal or informal setting. Formal education involves institutionalized learning based

on a curriculum. In today’s society, education and learning play an indispensable role

in shaping the lives of individuals and the society at large. The most effective way of

boosting economic growth, reducing poverty and improving people’s health is by

investing in education.

Human labor is essential for economic growth. A highly educated labor force

further stimulates economic growth. Additionally, a highly educated labor force can

easily adapt to new working environments and conditions. In view of that, it is evident

that education serves as the driving force for innovation of new products and services.

Educated workers exchange ideas in the work place and come up with new ideas that

help in the growth of the economy.

Education reduces poverty in a number of ways. One way is by creating

employment opportunities for educated people. Through employment, one is able to

afford a decent living. Education helps to increase economic security, create income

opportunities and improve livelihoods of the economically disadvantaged by

providingsustainable environmental management mechanisms. Education further alleviates

poverty through skills acquired in the learning process. Skills such as carpentry,

plumbing and masonry are relevant in non-formal economies. One can acquire these

skills through technical and vocational training.

Educated people are health conscious and live longer than their counterparts

because they engage in healthy habits such as eating a balanced diet, exercising

regularly and going for medical checkups. By investing in education, one will also be

investing in their health. Education serves to create room for technological

advancements in the field of medicine and agriculture. Advanced technology used for

conducting surgery has replaced traditional methods. This has seen an improvement

in people’s general health and an increased life expectancy. Most developing

countries have a low life expectancy compared to developed countries. This can be

attributed to high illiteracy levels present in developing countries. This translates to

poor health and poor eating habits.

In conclusion, education is the only means of alleviating poverty, improving

people’s health and increasing economic growth. Improving literacy levels in

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