Peter Davenport of the National UFO Reporting Center expressed concerns about the declining quality of UFO reports, noting that younger reporters struggle with basic observational skills, such as describing angles and relative positions of objects. This issue reflects broader educational deficiencies, as highlighted by personal experiences tutoring students with varying levels of understanding. The discussion also touched on the perception of a decline in critical thinking and common sense among students in both the U.S. and Britain, with some attributing this to ineffective teaching methods and a lack of emphasis on the importance of subjects like math and science. The conversation included humorous commentary on the portrayal of aliens, suggesting a lighthearted critique of cultural narratives surrounding UFOs. Overall, the thread underscores a concern about educational standards and the implications for fields requiring analytical skills.
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BTW, why is it when people describe aliens, they aren't wearing clothes and shoes? I don't ever recall a description of alien footwear. And no hats or coats!
