Unconventional Learner Gifts

University students practising arithmetic through betting odds

'How to whisper out of the corner of my mouth without moving my lips.'

"This isn't quite the workshop session I was expecting."

"Do you want to play doctorate?"

"Have you been on the moon again, young man?"

Teacher pointing to P,Q, on board: "OK class, which letter comes next? Redbeard, you should know this."

This is a 'text book' it's a bit like a website but printed on paper.

"No, ma'am. I'm not sure what the difference is between being creative or just plain weird."

'Ah, it's so precious to witness a child learn how government actually works...'

Cactus seats.

"I'm still pre-literate."

"May I offer a very different scenario?"

'What did I learn in school today? You'd better sit down.'

'When they came up with a 'do your homework' app, then I'll know technology can really make life better.'

"Things are looking up!"

You are much more likely to think outside the box if it is broken.

'I finished my homework, and half my college freshman courses.'

Scientist has note on chalkboard: E=mc2 + 6% sales tax.

"When you're nailing the numbers, they don't ask questions."

Learn to play the violin in one weekend - 'This isn't working! It's Saturday evening already and I've only got as far as holding it properly...'

'Relax, dad, I haven't been in a classroom for months because all my college classes are online!'

Education and Apprenticeships

'I think the computer has a crush on me. It asked me to remain after class.'

'And from this point follow me very carefully.'

Office Park

"Thanks to the Internet, I learned to ride a bike. Since I was bored, I also got my pilot's license."

'Just do the presentation Williams and let the numbers speak for themself.'

'I'm afraid I still have more questions than answers.'

"In pre-school I was an overachiever. Now, in first grade, math is threatening my reputation."

'Remind me to never again ask him what he learned in school.'

"I've learned from the past. Now can we move on?"

From what I hear, the Atwood Intuition Tank is coming up with results faster than we are.

"What do you mean, it's not an educational toy? I'd have to learn to ride it!"

"And today children, Homer is going to show us his 'pressed fly and bug collection'."

"This is never going to work—you're a tree!"