The dilemma in schools could not be stated more  clearly than in this  recent post on MIND/SHIFT by Thom Markham.  Thom states: "any standards-based curriculum is at odds with the outside world."

 Many schools have adapted programs which address this issue  (the IB has the MYP and especially, the PYP) and yet all programs eventually are beholden to standardised exams as a means for measuring competency.  

We must change - as teachers, administrators, communities. We can not wait for the public (Especially university admissions) to change. This means not only teaching differently but also, speaking out.