What is a key difference between the Finnish and American education systems as mentioned by the speaker?
William Doyle - What Finland Taught Me

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Finnish schools focus on standardized testing.
American schools have smaller class sizes.
American schools emphasize play and physical activity.
Finnish teachers are given more respect and freedom.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the Finnish education system assess students?
By comparing them to their peers.
Through standardized tests.
Based on individual progress and growth.
Using a national ranking system.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What role does play have in Finnish education according to the speaker?
It is used as a reward for good behavior.
It is a foundation of childhood education.
It is only allowed during weekends.
It is considered a distraction from learning.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT one of the foundational beliefs of Finnish education?
Neighborhood schools should be the best.
Teachers should be respected as elite professionals.
Schools should focus on competitive sports.
Play is the foundation of childhood education.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the speaker suggest about the future of education?
It should eliminate play from the curriculum.
It should prepare children to love learning.
It should increase class sizes for efficiency.
It should focus more on standardized testing.
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