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Why K-12 Education Is Broken for High Achieving Kids | Niels Hoven (Mentava)
Nov 17, 2024
Niels Hoven, founder and CEO of Mentava, discusses the flaws in the K-12 education system, particularly for high-achieving students. He shares insights on how policies aimed at equity can limit opportunities for advanced learners. Niels highlights innovative strategies, including teaching 2-year-olds to read at a 2nd-grade level, and explores the role of AI in personalizing education. He also emphasizes the importance of parental advocacy and balancing academics with social interactions for gifted children.
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- K-12 education policies often prioritize closing the achievement gap over supporting high-achieving students, restricting their opportunities and potential.
- Parental advocacy plays a crucial role in ensuring high-achieving children's educational needs are met, emphasizing the importance of personalized learning support.
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The Limitations of Current Education Policies
Modern K-12 education policies in the U.S. primarily aim to close the achievement gap between high and low-performing students, often at the expense of high-achievers. This approach has led to decisions that restrict opportunities for academically gifted students, such as eliminating accelerated programs in subjects like math and science. For instance, in San Francisco, policies have mandated that all students take algebra in ninth grade, regardless of readiness, which can stifle the potential of eager learners. This misguided focus prioritizes equality in outcomes over providing each student, regardless of their ability, the opportunity to reach their full academic potential.
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