School and college are great for many reasons: they introduce some of their best friends, prepare for new school and professional challenges, among other important things. But teaching fails on one point: it usually does not prepare people for life.
There are some situations that most people don't know how to handle until they actually get through it and have to figure out, often in the mood, what is the best way out. And the question that comes to mind is always the same: Why hasn't anyone taught me this before?
Just as important as biology, math and grammar is learning skills that can be applied in real life. Here are some things that would make all the difference if taught in schools and colleges:
1. How to do anything without technology
Today's world is incredibly technological. It is rare for anyone who does not have a laptop, a smartphone, a tablet or all of them. And yes, things just tend to go further and further, but what if your computer crashes and you lose everything? What if the internet goes down at work? What if you lose your phone? There are a million examples that can be used, so it is also important to know how to do anything the old-fashioned way.
2. How to properly manage your time
A busy schedule, with studies and other activities, is common in students' lives. Many sleep late, wake up early, doze off, and end up procrastinating and leaving work for the last minute. But learning about how to create a more structured schedule can help not only at this time, but at all stages of life.
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3. How to be a supervisor
Some teachers are extremely helpful and can give tips on the subject taught and even teach useful tricks for working life. But one thing that is not taught is how to be a good boss. Most people do not learn how to be a manager or supervisor, how to have employees, and how to talk to them. As much as it is possible to learn this in practice and over time, it would be great for schools to prepare students for it.
4. How to deal with complicated legal situations
Don't be alarmed, but you will find yourself in some kind of complicated legal situation at some point in your life, sooner or later. It happens! And unless you go to law school, you will feel completely unprepared. Colleges do not teach you what to do when you need legal assistance or when you really need to seek legal assistance. They do not talk about the basic terms you should know or the things you should do. It's scary when it happens. Knowing at least the basics would save us a good deal of stress.
5. Anything to do with insurance and taxes
It is strange that colleges do not offer basic courses in tax and insurance matters that are part of everyone's life. Most people work full time and do not know what to do with bills, car insurance, income tax returns, among other situations. The doubts are endless and everyone would be better off if they had been prepared for it.
6. How to buy / rent a place to live
It's okay to graduate and continue living with your parents. But will there come a time when you will want to rent an apartment or house, or buy something of your own? And possibly you will not know what you are doing. The process of renting or buying is confusing and can be frustrating. It would be interesting to know at least the basics about real estate, home insurance, payment of bills, among other things related to it.
7. How to deal with money
Colleges do not teach students how to handle money. But financial management courses should be a standard part of any curriculum, regardless of field. Most people find it difficult to deal with large or small salaries, savings accounts, payables, and more. And just figure out what to do on their own.
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8. Have a? Plan B?
When you choose which course you want to take, the school helps you better prepare to pass this course. Then the college offers knowledge and tools to practice the profession. But what if things don't work out? What if you never find a job in the area to start with? Being fully prepared for just one type of job won't help if something big changes that happens.
Knowing how to deal with it would make a difference not only in working life, but also in each person's personal life, who would learn to deal with different situations better throughout their lives.
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