School or Skills?

[Unknown Op]

Skills all the way.

You'll always think these persons saying skills over school are so lazy that they don't want to go to school until you see a first class graduate on the streets with no good thing to show forth.

I really don’t know what you mean by skill all the way, in a common sense, and in a country that is well organized and in the western world, you’ll not find a graduate who doesn’t have a job, unless the so called graduate doesn’t want to work, I will always tell you that School is better than skill, because you need education to learn how to read and write, and education is more likely that you are building your future, but skill is quite good in the sense that if you don’t have a job you can be sustaining with your skill, But in a western world you will not see a graduate with a first class degree in the street, that can possibly happen in Africa most especially in Nigeria, And in the western world if you go to look for a job they will most likely ask for your degree and your resume, which is for people who are educated and not for skill holders, even in Nigeria and Africa they will ask you for degrees if you go to apply for most jobs, you’ll require a certificate of education to have a very lucrative job.

Schools are giving knowledge to the children which is basic for the children because it  will give more awareness to the children. Children are not happy to study and they want to play games and they want to enjoy life. People are doing progress with the knowledge because initial knowledge is important for everyone as people want to be knowledgeable person in life. Children are the future of the family and without knowledge they will be illiterate and we will see no educated person in our area. Skills are also important in life as we want comfort in life and car driving is need of that time because most of the people have car.Skills are requirement of everybody because these will give income to us and it is necessary to meet the expenses of us and we need to focus on that .

[Zanab247]

Skills all the way.

You'll always think these persons saying skills over school are so lazy that they don't want to go to school until you see a first class graduate on the streets with no good thing to show forth.

Majority of people will prefer skills, because some countries education system has failed completely compare in the past when some school will be training their students in the area of practical and still lecture them theory to understand the course very well. These days some people will graduated from school and still go back to learn skill before they will be able to master what they have study in school.

That is true, there are many first class graduate looking for where to submit their documents  for employment, and even though they submit to a particular vacancy in a company they will not call them for the Job than to employ their relative who don't have those kind of documents of first class. I have made up my mind that my children will acquire skills before entering higher institution, so that they will not be struggle to get a job like what some graduate are doing in their various town or city.

[BTC FutureKing]

Skills all the way.

You'll always think these persons saying skills over school are so lazy that they don't want to go to school until you see a first class graduate on the streets with no good thing to show forth.

Majority of people will prefer skills, because some countries education system has failed completely compare in the past when some school will be training their students in the area of practical and still lecture them theory to understand the course very well. These days some people will graduated from school and still go back to learn skill before they will be able to master what they have study in school.

Everyone has their own opinion, but if we look at life, for some people education becomes necessary and for some skills, we cannot say that education is wrong or skills are wrong because both have their own weight in their place. This is the reason why education is not as we think, which is why some people think that at the time of employment, everything we have studied is not the same. It is necessary to get education because it is definitely useful in some place, which is why we cannot say that it is wrong, but some education is also based on luck. This is the weak foundation of this country that does not employ people who deserve it, due to which it becomes difficult for them to get skills because they have studied all their lives, so it is difficult for them to work hard.

[FairJustice]

By my assumptions, there are strong indications already that we are moving past an era where employers put educational qualifications at the fore front of their requirement for employment into certain positions, some employers now hold personal qualities such as skills possessed by the individual ahead of the school they went to and the degree they graduated with. First, I would like to ask, could this be a reflection of a failing educational system? My second question is that if you happen to be the employer here, which will you consider more, school or skills?

Yes you are right about that we are moving past an era but we can’t deny the fact that we still need education as if we will choose skill over school we will be uneducated as education makes or enhance the character of a person and but in the school the syllabus is bit extra means they still teach us some topics which are irrelevant to our practical life but education is very important from all the perspective.

If we will talk about the skills there are a lot of students which are not good in the education but still they have multiple skills they should be given a chance to prove their self.
 so we can’t choose one among education and skills, as both have their own pros.

[Pauldesaints]

It all depends on the type of business or services one renders.if the services requires making some records and calculations, you will need someone who is educated.if its only skills or crafts and nothing more.then skillful individuals will do that for you.but in all both works interchangable because a skilled individuals will needs some level of literacy to be able to discharge his/her work effectively likewise the educated person.

[Nonstop_H]

Op , as the thread talks about school or skil, it is obvious that there two are two different things, and I want to believe you are talking about degree and skil, not really education and skil, every skilled work man needs basic education, in otherword, quality education with certification is good,  to me it depends or the area or theb parastata specialize on. No one can overide the other. What is most important is being the best of ur area of specialization, summarily, a country or a nation who specializes on skill without certify graduate is lacking, likewise a country or a nation specializes  on certified degree graduate without skill is lacking. Finally school and skill work in peripersu.

[ImGenius]

My second question is that if you happen to be the employer here, which will you consider more, school or skills?

I think a person's qualifications should be considered based on how skilled he is.
Reason:
Currently, in the education system of most countries, theoretical knowledge is practiced to the highest extent, but practical education is essential to turn theoretical knowledge into reality. Due to the lack of proper practice of practical education, students are failing to apply theoretical education in their practical lives. There is no alternative to practical education, especially for students in the science department. Skills and education complement each other.
If an employee knows how to solve problems, can learn new technologies quickly, is able to work in a team, and can take responsibility — then, no matter what school he comes from, he is valuable in my view.

[summonerrk]

Op , as the thread talks about school or skil, it is obvious that there two are two different things, and I want to believe you are talking about degree and skil, not really education and skil, every skilled work man needs basic education, in otherword, quality education with certification is good,  to me it depends or the area or theb parastata specialize on. No one can overide the other. What is most important is being the best of ur area of specialization, summarily, a country or a nation who specializes on skill without certify graduate is lacking, likewise a country or a nation specializes  on certified degree graduate without skill is lacking. Finally school and skill work in peripersu.

And yet, diplomas and certificates are very important. In the country where I live, couriers are now earning $1,500, and this is shocking to everyone. Young engineers don't want to continue their education because they know they're looking at a difficult job for $500. It's a good amount, but they say, "I'd rather be a courier." They don't understand that this isn't a long-term prospect, and that couriers may become obsolete tomorrow. A good education is extremely important for this profession.

[Different patterns]

By my assumptions, there are strong indications already that we are moving past an era where employers put educational qualifications at the fore front of their requirement for employment into certain positions, some employers now hold personal qualities such as skills possessed by the individual ahead of the school they went to and the degree they graduated with. First, I would like to ask, could this be a reflection of a failing educational system? My second question is that if you happen to be the employer here, which will you consider more, school or skills?

Both are necessary in human life, they play a crucial role in shaping a successful and fulfilling human life. The benefit in school really helps and provides the foundation for human growth and also social understanding and personal discipline via academics. Everyone gains knowledge in each subject you learn, which helps you make good decisions and contribute meaningfully to society. Furthermore, school teaches values such as responsibility and teamwork, which are vital for personal success.

On the other side, which is skill, whether technical, interpersonal or creative, is equally very important. If school equips everyone with theoretical knowledge while skills allow them to apply that knowledge to the practical, both school and skills are achievements to develop and create balance for individuals. They open doors to opportunities and improve quality of life. In essence, if school lays the groundwork for people's lifelong learning, skill achievement ensures that everyone can navigate the challenges of life effectively.

[Uhwuchukwu53]

This is true, we saw when Elon musk was trying to recruit and he gave a task to be done and he also emphasize that education qualifications for not important, we are now seeing employers getting more interested in experience and actual skills than education qualifications.
But this doesn't not rule out education because most companies require some degree of education before you can actually grow in rank.
But if you ask me I will say maybe try getting both, this will further help cement yourself and if you are someone with skill are challenging I believe you will edge it because of your education qualifications.

Your right, op question, I think all depends on employer choice and the nature of the job because there are certain job that required a very high academic  qualifications, for the practical to be carried out it must be first analyzed and test run academically, I remember when I was running one training in my country one company what they do is to use those that are academically sound in that very field do the job analysis and used those with practical knowledge to achieve the practical aspect of the job.

But it will be of best advantage if an individual happened to possessed this two quality, it gives him more edged to even earned high and even gain employed easily where any of such demand is deem necessary.

[Finebone]

. First, I would like to ask, could this be a reflection of a failing educational system?

No, the educational system in most nations are doing just fine, just that we as individuals have misunderstood what education is meant for, the real purpose of education is for enlightenment, and in the process you may specialize on being a professional  doctors, lawyers etc, but the real purpose of education is for you to be enlightened.

My second question is that if you happen to be the employer here, which will you consider more, school or skills?

As an employer the first thing I will look out for is your education background, if you can read and write just for knowing sake, then after that am more concerned with the value you can give me, what can you offer, if you can give me what I want pertaining to the vacancies I have in my firm, I don't mind giving you the job even though you are not that good in reading and writing, because to me value is the principal thing I seek for if am an employer of labour.

[KeenanEl19]

To achieve a better life, skills may be more helpful than school. Currently, I think many young people who have graduated from school, even those who have graduated from universities, are unemployed because they only have a degree without good skills, although some companies recruit people who have degrees because there is a possibility that a high degree will make it easier for us to get a job, but not everyone is lucky enough to get it, it is better to have good skills because with good skills we don't need to work, just relying on it alone can have the opportunity to make a profit.

[jems]

This is true, we saw when Elon musk was trying to recruit and he gave a task to be done and he also emphasize that education qualifications for not important, we are now seeing employers getting more interested in experience and actual skills than education qualifications.
But this doesn't not rule out education because most companies require some degree of education before you can actually grow in rank.
But if you ask me I will say maybe try getting both, this will further help cement yourself and if you are someone with skill are challenging I believe you will edge it because of your education qualifications.

Your right, op question, I think all depends on employer choice and the nature of the job because there are certain job that required a very high academic  qualifications, for the practical to be carried out it must be first analyzed and test run academically, I remember when I was running one training in my country one company what they do is to use those that are academically sound in that very field do the job analysis and used those with practical knowledge to achieve the practical aspect of the job.

But it will be of best advantage if an individual happened to possessed this two quality, it gives him more edged to even earned high and even gain employed easily where any of such demand is deem necessary.

Both are important, so it's better to have both. However, some people struggle to acquire these skills, so skills should be prioritized.

Education now teaches us how to acquire skills, so if someone can acquire skills elsewhere without the expense of school, then they should choose that option.

Regardless of job qualifications, I believe that even if we have skills without school, there will be employment for us. However, that's a secondary priority compared to someone who has both.

[Dreadboost]

I believe education and skill are both very important to get employed in most society right now. I can also agree that educational system has really failed and that is the cause why most organizations really don't see degree is very important anymore. I think the educational system has failed to improve there curriculum to fit the present situation of the society.
The reason I say they are both important is because educational degree shows that you are teachable and also show that you fit for the society,  while skills helps you improve or be an expert on some specific aspect, which might be necessary for employment.  It's even advisable to aquire skills to help boost your curriculum vitae, which will definitely help you stand little above other applicants that just have an educational degree or skill alone.

[ndutndut]

To achieve a better life, skills may be more helpful than school. Currently, I think many young people who have graduated from school, even those who have graduated from universities, are unemployed because they only have a degree without good skills, although some companies recruit people who have degrees because there is a possibility that a high degree will make it easier for us to get a job, but not everyone is lucky enough to get it, it is better to have good skills because with good skills we don't need to work, just relying on it alone can have the opportunity to make a profit.

Some people are born into humble families but they become successful in the future because they possess skills and are diligent in business. Others aren't good at math but their businesses are successful. Some aren't good at public speaking but their writings motivate many people. Some aren't academically gifted, but are trusted to lead organizations. Others seem to be incompetent at everything but they are admired for their kindness. Likewise many people are successful because they excel academically because sometimes a college degree doesn't require working in a company they can even start their own business.

From this, we know that everyone has their own unique role, and choosing skills and education also depends on your individual abilities. So comparing which is better is difficult because both have their own strengths and weaknesses. However it's better to have both education and skills.

[CageMabok]

Some people are born into humble families but they become successful in the future because they possess skills and are diligent in business. Others aren't good at math but their businesses are successful. Some aren't good at public speaking but their writings motivate many people. Some aren't academically gifted, but are trusted to lead organizations. Others seem to be incompetent at everything but they are admired for their kindness. Likewise many people are successful because they excel academically because sometimes a college degree doesn't require working in a company they can even start their own business.

This means that success doesn't come from just one direction. Everyone must be open-minded and discerning, as a college degree isn't the only path to success, and many simply use it as a decoration in their homes. Meanwhile, those with individual skills can immediately create jobs for themselves and, as they develop, recruit others to provide broader services and grow their business. So these two things are not actually contradictory, they are just different in their paths and directions, so this needs to be examined carefully so as not to judge one of them as bad.

[Lanatsa]

To achieve a better life, skills may be more helpful than school. Currently, I think many young people who have graduated from school, even those who have graduated from universities, are unemployed because they only have a degree without good skills, although some companies recruit people who have degrees because there is a possibility that a high degree will make it easier for us to get a job, but not everyone is lucky enough to get it, it is better to have good skills because with good skills we don't need to work, just relying on it alone can have the opportunity to make a profit.

Some people are born into humble families but they become successful in the future because they possess skills and are diligent in business. Others aren't good at math but their businesses are successful. Some aren't good at public speaking but their writings motivate many people. Some aren't academically gifted, but are trusted to lead organizations. Others seem to be incompetent at everything but they are admired for their kindness. Likewise many people are successful because they excel academically because sometimes a college degree doesn't require working in a company they can even start their own business.

From this, we know that everyone has their own unique role, and choosing skills and education also depends on your individual abilities. So comparing which is better is difficult because both have their own strengths and weaknesses. However it's better to have both education and skills.

Education and skills are often seen as opposites but in truth they complement each other perfectly education gives structure, broad understanding, and exposure to different ways of thinking while skills turn that knowledge into something practical and useful in the real world the problem today is that many people finish school without learning how to apply what they studied they graduate with theories but not the hands on ability that employers or markets demand.

In many places having a degree still opens doors but it doesn’t guarantee success companies now look for people who can do things, not just talk about them skills like communication, problem solving, design, digital literacy, or entrepreneurship are what actually create value someone with strong skills can work independently, build something from scratch, or adapt to changes faster than those who depend only on credentials.
Still, its also true that skills alone without direction or discipline can become limited education can shape how those skills grow and how they connect to larger opportunities both paths have stories of success some people use their education to invent new technologies or lead teams while others with no formal schooling build empires through creativity and hard work the point is not which one is better but how each person uses what they have.

[Nuel0717]

School or skills, the both are necessary and important in the world we live in, obviously we all know that in a country like Nigerian education isn't something to rely on to be successful. this is where skill acquisition is important because with skills a person would know their movement.
School or education gives you the map, skill gives you the movement. What this simply mean is that you can know where to go with education, but with out the addition of skills to move you will only remain at the starting point.The both have to work together because school builds ur mind while skills build ur survival and that's my point.

[BigBos]

Some people are born into humble families but they become successful in the future because they possess skills and are diligent in business. Others aren't good at math but their businesses are successful. Some aren't good at public speaking but their writings motivate many people. Some aren't academically gifted, but are trusted to lead organizations. Others seem to be incompetent at everything but they are admired for their kindness. Likewise many people are successful because they excel academically because sometimes a college degree doesn't require working in a company they can even start their own business.

This means that success doesn't come from just one direction. Everyone must be open-minded and discerning, as a college degree isn't the only path to success, and many simply use it as a decoration in their homes. Meanwhile, those with individual skills can immediately create jobs for themselves and, as they develop, recruit others to provide broader services and grow their business. So these two things are not actually contradictory, they are just different in their paths and directions, so this needs to be examined carefully so as not to judge one of them as bad.

Indeed, many doors open to us to achieve success as long as we're willing to put in the effort. Even if we have greater talent in one area, that doesn't mean we don't have the opportunity to succeed in other areas, just as in the example above.

As long as we seek out what can lead us to success, many doors will open. Sometimes one of our obstacles is a lack of self-confidence due to feeling inadequate in areas where opportunities are actually readily available. If that happens, we miss out on opportunities. Let's not be like that.

[atookz]

The education system tends to be slow to respond to rapidly changing industry dynamics, especially in the technology and digital sectors. This may be due to a fixation on a curriculum that isn't flexible enough to address the realities of a job market that demands practical and applicable skills. If I were asked to play the role of a company, I wouldn't choose one over the other, because what I value is relevance. Does education provide a strong foundation for thinking, and are the skills contextual and able to make a real contribution immediately? Someone who graduates from a prestigious school may be inadaptive and lack creativity. Meanwhile, some are self-taught but have proven to produce concrete solutions in the workplace. Schools are often simply places to fulfill the obligation to learn. Perhaps I would also like to add a question: when will schools truly integrate with the world of skills?