Geoffrey Canada: Our failing schools. Enough is enough!

Geoffrey Canada: Our failing schools. Enough is enough!

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Social Studies

11th Grade - University

Hard

Geoffrey Canada discusses the failures of the current education system, emphasizing the need for innovation and early childhood education. He critiques outdated methods and highlights the importance of timely data and testing. Canada shares success stories from the Harlem Children's Zone, advocating for a supportive network for students. He calls for a national commitment to education reform, comparing it to other national priorities.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason the speaker is angry about the current state of education?

Lack of funding for schools

Outdated teaching methods

High teacher turnover rates

Inadequate school facilities

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What analogy does the speaker use to describe the outdated education system?

An old book

A failing business model

A rusty machine

A broken clock

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the speaker, why hasn't education changed despite scientific evidence?

Resistance to change and innovation

Poor communication among schools

Lack of interest from educators

Insufficient government policies

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker say about the role of wealthy and educated people in early childhood development?

They are unaware of its importance

They have an advantage due to their knowledge

They do not prioritize it

They rely on public education systems

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does the speaker believe health and extracurricular services are important for children?

They improve academic performance directly

They are a luxury that should be available to all

They contribute to overall child development

They are required by educational policies

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does the speaker provide health services to children?

To improve their academic scores

To comply with legal requirements

To attract more funding

Because he genuinely cares about children

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main issue with the current testing system according to the speaker?

There is too much emphasis on testing

Tests do not cover all subjects

Results are received too late to be useful

Tests are too difficult for students

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker predict about school scores if no changes are made?

Scores will improve significantly

Scores will decline drastically

Scores will remain the same

Scores will fluctuate slightly

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker suggest we should approach educational innovation?

By continuously experimenting and learning

By avoiding risks and failures

By focusing only on successful models

By following traditional methods

10.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker believe is the real safety of the nation?

Educational preparedness

Economic stability

Technological advancement

Military strength

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