The Trouble With Educational Slogans
Equal opportunity for all children is a slogan that can never become a reality in this country.
Bill Gates's School Panopticon
Placing video cameras in every classroom is reminiscent of Jeremy Bentham's Panopticon of the late 18th century.
The Teachers We Remember
Teachers often leave an indelible imprint on students in ways not reflected in the tests in widespread use.
The Media and Critical Thinking
Quality newspapers and magazines can develop critical thinking in students.
Charter School Teachers Want It Both Ways
It's hard to sympathize with charter school teachers because they knew what they signed up for.
Science Education Confusion
If teachers are constrained in their teaching methods, students will be shortchanged.
Preview of Schools of the Future?
The reductio ad absurdum of the school accountability movement can be seen in manufacturing companies.
State Takeover of Schools
The record shows that state takeover of failing schools has not resulted in significant improvement.
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