Tony Wagner’s article, “Rigor Redefined,” informs readers about the disservice educators are providing for students today, and what employers are looking for in workers tomorrow. Wagner interviews many companies and employers to see what they have to say about students. “I look for someone who asks good questions.” says clay parker, of the Chemical Management Division of BOC Edwards. I don’t think teachers are stressing this enough. As I looked at the many things employers want in job applicants, I realized that many of my teachers are not preparing me in this way. One of the main things employers are looking for are people who work in teams. Sure, one man can come up with a really great idea, but multiple people can work together to come up with an even better idea.

I do agree, however, that educators are having a difficult time deciphering the information students will need to survive, in such modern times. No one knows what the future has in store for us or how we will adjust to these fast, changing times. One question that was on my mind as I read this article, was: How do you teach students the skills they will need, for jobs that don’t even exist yet?

There have always been “firsts.” George Washington was the first president, he had to figure out how to run a country. Now educators will need to be the first people to prepare students for the future. Educators will need to figure out how to run a generation.