October 25, 2016
The Pros and Cons of Technology in U.S. Schools
Even after all these years, technology is still a hot button issue. Some educators and students love and use technology flawlessly every day, while others hate it and don’t see why they need to be forced to use it at all. In addition, complicating any discussion of the role of technology in schools is the perceived inequality gap between rich and poor school districts. Some schools appear to have endless resources for new technology (think iPads and 3D printers), while…
September 15, 2016
Shortage of Qualified Teachers in USA
The United States, despite having one of the best educational systems in the world, is currently experiencing an epic shortage of qualified teachers for accredited primary and secondary schools. According to a recent report released by the Learning Policy Institute (“A Coming Crisis in Teaching?”), this shortage of U.S. teachers is only getting worse, not better. There are several factors accounting for the lack of qualified teachers. While there’s still plenty of demand for teachers, there’s just not enough supply.…
