
Andrew Leigh — Inequality and Egalitarianism [Aus. Policy Series - LIVE]
The Joe Walker Podcast
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Bridging the Gender Gap in Education
This chapter emphasizes the critical need to address the gender gap in the teaching profession to foster an egalitarian society through education. It discusses the implications of teaching quality on student outcomes, the historical factors contributing to inequality since the 1980s, and the role of education in countering these trends. Additionally, the chapter explores the complex dynamics of intergenerational wealth transfer, the challenges of welfare systems, and how effective government policies can influence inequality.
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