But then he would assert, in measured tones, that the nation has almost completely forgotten the larger purpose of public education in a democratic society. (edweek.org)
An influential American educator would say we've forgotten the larger purpose of public education in a democratic society. (edweek.org)
* Preparing students to become responsible citizens and helping them become economically self - sufficient were listed as the most important purposes of public education. (educationworld.com)