Two track education system

[John Sjhepard]

A Two-Track High-School System Is a Must for Education Reform | Dr. Jim Taylor

Why would anybody think this is a good idea? I would want all American students to be acquainted with the intellectual subjects. There is already enough anti intellectualism in America.

 

[LuisDantas]

It may well be a good idea, if it leads to more realism and more respect for actual vocations. Many people have a somewhat confused stance towards learning as it is.

 

[GoodbyeDave]

It works well in Germany, which (according to Unesco tests) has higher standards for all than the USA and UK with their all-in systems.

Personally, I think there's a limit to what you can do to raise standards by altering the system. Japan does as well as Germany with their comprehensive system. Most developed countries do better than the USA with less money. Korea does well with large classes. The key to good education seems to be social attitudes. The countries with a traditional respect for education (the Far East, Central Europe) do well. The USA and UK, where ignorance is not considered a disgrace, do badly.

 

[metis]

A Two-Track High-School System Is a Must for Education Reform | Dr. Jim Taylor

Why would anybody think this is a good idea? I would want all American students to be acquainted with the intellectual subjects. There is already enough anti intellectualism in America.

As one who taught for 36 years, I'm all for it as long as it's flexible and based on more than just testing.