Why, America? with Leeja Miller America's Education System Is Doomed
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Nov 25, 2024 Teachers are facing burnout and disengaged students amid a crumbling education system. The episode critiques the rise of chronic absenteeism and the mental health challenges that plague students. It highlights the need for better teacher compensation, especially with the hiring of inexperienced leaders in education. The discussion delves into the 50-year decline of public education in America, fueled by conservative ideologies, and emphasizes the harmful consequences of recent policies. Ultimately, it calls for progressive changes to protect students and improve educational outcomes.
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Teacher Impact
- Teachers are the most important factor in student success, even more than resources or leadership.
- Engaged teachers lead to engaged students, while checked-out teachers result in checked-out students.
Checked-Out Teacher
- Leeja Miller had a disengaged science teacher who used outdated projector slides.
- Although she watched Bill Nye, she was equally checked out, demonstrating the impact of teacher engagement.
Passion Tax
- Teachers often face a "passion tax," accepting lower pay and worse conditions for work they love.
- In 2022, teachers earned 74 cents on the dollar compared to similar education levels, despite many holding master's degrees.