Chronology Current Month Current Thread Current Date
[Year List] [Month List (current year)] [Date Index] [Thread Index] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Date Prev] [Date Next]

Re: [Phys-l] Glass's "The Fate of Public Education in America"; an Alternate View



So, quote all the studies you want. All the studies are meaningless in the present system and the changes you cite will only
make matters worse by eliminating the kids who are interested in education leaving behind the masses who are not
interested in being there.

So is your solution to leave the status quo so everyone is as (un)educated as the least common denominator; i.e., those who want to learn least? Why must you make it an "either-or" situation? The public education system as is can remain as a safety net like social security or public housing or food assistance, but let those who want to leave GO. Do not deny them the opportunity to achieve to their highest potential just because they were born into inner city poverty.

As far as "real world" examples, why is it that this debate is non-existent among the state colleges and universities? They are also funded with tax dollars. They also underpay teachers. Could it be that the colleges and universities offer the ultimate example of "school choice".

Competition works.

Dr. Ann M. Reagan
Adjunct Faculty
Department of Math/Physics/Engineering
College of Southern Maryland, Leonardtown Campus