Government funding, an emphasis on studying, and teacher quality play a great role in the success of these foreign countries
Despite the secrets of the most successful education systems being revealed, the United States still fails to improve their own
Inequality may be the root cause
Some students fall victim to racism from teachers and school administrators
If a student is in a higher social and economic class, they are more likely to succeed while those in a lower social and economic class are less likely
What can we do about it?
Advocates for better education have demanded reforms that include making funding schools a priority, building a school community for all students, and raising standards for teachers ("5 Ways").
To make funding schools a priority, a progressive tax code can be put into place with an increase in teacher funding and support (Weir)
By having states raise their standards for teacher certifications, educators who are qualified are ensured (Weir)