Training New Zealand students to be better at tests would probably improve their performance. But, as Finland has shown, there are better (if more expensive) alternatives.
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After 20 years of education strife in Ontario, it’s time to look overseas for inspiration to rethink what education is about.
Instead of getting “back to basics” to improve math skills, we should make math literacy a priority by developing, attracting and supporting skilled teachers, and improving math literacy at home.
On the occasion of World Teacher’s Day, on Oct. 5, a scholar explains why borrowing teacher quality models from high-scoring countries such as Finland, South Korea or Singapore is not effective.
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Professor of Education, The University of Melbourne
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Research Professor in Education, Boston College
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Professor of Educational Administration, Penn State
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Professor of Learning Development and Professional Practice, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau
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Professor, History of Education, Queen's University, Ontario