What does it mean to be Educated?

The phrase, to be educated, is a human constructed concept that is manufactured to the technological advancements of the current time. Education is a variable. It is never constant. As one ages, their education (in parts) becomes somewhat obsolete. Technology drives this concept. Without the renovation of one's old information with the new, how can one continue to be truly educated? This is where the concept becomes controversial. Education standards vary throughout the nation and aren't uniform. This distorts what it means 'to be educated' in our country. For me, the road to becoming educated begins with how you were raised. Parents are the first teachers. They instill many of the vital lessons that help us grow. It is off this block that many students falter early on. If this part of education is not adequate then how can a student succeed? I also believe being educated means that you have an understanding of the world around you. It is more than just being able to read and write. It requires knowledge in various different fields and also in current events.

As you can see, education is complicated and I believe there are many views that can be taken on this subject.