The document discusses National Lab Day, an initiative supported by the White House and various scientific and business communities to promote hands-on learning in education. It emphasizes the importance of context, creativity, and exploration in learning, contrasting it with the current education system's focus on standards and homework. The initiative is backed by organizations like ACS, IEEE, and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and aims to transform education into a true learning community.
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