The concept of Free Education looks appealing in the context of the number of people in a country whose can afford basic needs and the many who cannot. Provision of education is paramount to any people and for development of a skilled workforce and the country’s future.

For generations this ditty has reflected little more than wishful thinking. Now 450,000 children in the United States can sincerely sing this anti-school rhyme because they’ve abandoned traditional schools for online education.

From the Washington Post (March 30th 2010) - A great read for anyone interested in learning about the nuts and bolts of online learning.

Deep within America’s collective consciousness, there is a little red schoolhouse. Inside, obedient children sit in rows, eagerly absorbing lessons as a kind, wise teacher writes on the blackboard. Shiny apples are offered as tokens of respect and gratitude.