Cuban Education System Challenges and Features

The video explores the evolution of the Cuban education system from pre-revolutionary times to the present. It highlights the significant reforms post-1959, the structure of the current education system, and the emphasis on early childhood and special education. Despite challenges like resource scarcity and economic embargoes, Cuba has achieved notable success in education, gaining international recognition for its high literacy rates and comprehensive educational policies.

What was one of the main challenges faced by the Cuban education system before the 1959 revolution?

• Lack of teachers

• Overcrowded classrooms

• High tuition fees

• Limited access to higher education for children of farmers and workers

How did the revolutionary government address the issue of insufficient classrooms?

• By importing teachers from other countries

• By reducing the number of students per class

• By increasing school fees

• By creating 10,000 new classrooms

Which level of education in Cuba is not mandatory?

• Pre-university education

• Secondary education

• Primary education

• Pre-school education

What is the primary goal of early childhood education in Cuba?

• To introduce foreign languages

• To teach advanced mathematics

• To develop fine motor skills

• To prepare children for university

What activities do children in Cuban early childhood education engage in during their daily routine?

• Advanced scientific experiments

• Professional role-playing and household chores

• Competitive sports

• Learning multiple languages

How has the US embargo affected the Cuban education system?

• It has increased the number of teachers

• It has improved internet connectivity

• It has restricted access to the North American market for school supplies

• It has led to a surplus of educational materials

What percentage of Cuba's GDP is invested in education?

• 20%

• 13%

• 10%

• 5%

What unique feature does the Cuban education system offer to students from other countries?

• Guaranteed employment

• Scholarships for higher education

• Paid internships

• Free housing

What is one of the values emphasized in the Cuban education system?

• Political neutrality

• Commercial success

• Patriotism

• Individualism

How does the Cuban education system handle schools in isolated mountain areas?

• By closing them down

• By combining multiple grades in one classroom

• By sending students to urban schools

• By providing online education