Do textbooks teach you enough without having to learn from teachers?

Do textbooks teach you enough without having to learn from teachers?
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Malcolm X learned read and learned by himself in while in prison. If he could do it you could do it. You’ll probably form your own opinions and miss out on different perspectives (as classrooms provide excellent source of discussion) but yes, you could learn a lot of texts books. The thing with texts books is there are tons of voices typically on it. A team of writers, editors and researchers work out the kinks of the end result of text books for the most part. The most important parts of readings are distinguishing facts from opinions, then the importance of discussion and perspective talking comes in. Feel free to post questions you have from texts here! Try and get your GED soon though, it’s hard to find a job with out. Unless you want to be an artist, writer, have good connections and etc. Best of wishes to you.
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