Education in M.R.D.S. is a major element of our culture and values. We start teaching children at an early age that wildlife and nature should be respected, not harmed. We also enforce social skills, interacting with the environment and others, and our basic letter and number system. At ages six through ten, understanding of literature and mathematics are stressed since they are able to think more abstractly and creatively. At ages eleven through thirteen, the importance of religion, history, leadership, and decision-making are emphasized, since they are now becoming integral aspects to our society and its future. Government, trade and negotiation, career path, and responsibilities that come with being an adult citizen are taught for teens and young adults.
Children begin their education at age four, in pre-school. They are educated with their age group, though individual tutoring is offered. Tween and teen students spend about 8 hours in school ~ 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., while younger students spend about 7 hours in a formal learning situation. Our teachers are selected individuals with at least a Master’s degree in a certain field. They embrace all learning methods/styles, such as PowerPoints (visual), oral questions (auditory), and hands on projects (kinesthetic).
One thing that is unique about our education system is that, in certain grades/classes, children are taught how to survive in the environment. They learn skills like the art of collecting herbs for medicine (herbology), how to start a fire, and build shelter. Proficient social skills are also valued in M.R.D.S.. Eloquence and public speaking are valued, as well as making eye contact. These skills also help our business officials when negotiating with other societies/cultures. One who performs rudeness is deeply looked down upon, and discrimination in any form is not tolerated. Fortunately, we value education so much that we are open to everyone, regardless of wealth or social class. Overall, education is a major part of M.R.D.S. and its people.
One thing that is unique about our education system is that, in certain grades/classes, children are taught how to survive in the environment. They learn skills like the art of collecting herbs for medicine (herbology), how to start a fire, and build shelter. Proficient social skills are also valued in M.R.D.S.. Eloquence and public speaking are valued, as well as making eye contact. These skills also help our business officials when negotiating with other societies/cultures. One who performs rudeness is deeply looked down upon, and discrimination in any form is not tolerated. Fortunately, we value education so much that we are open to everyone, regardless of wealth or social class. Overall, education is a major part of M.R.D.S. and its people.