Jeremy Corbyn speech on social justice and inequality

The transcript discusses the impact of social hierarchy on education, highlighting how the current system perpetuates inequality by favoring privileged backgrounds and focusing on testing and competition. It argues for a new educational approach that unlocks the potential of every child, rather than just a select few, and calls for reform to provide equal opportunities for all students.

What is one of the main criticisms of the current education system according to the video?

• It mirrors and reinforces existing social inequalities.

• It provides equal opportunities for all students.

• It focuses too much on a broad range of subjects.

• It encourages creativity and innovation.

Why does the speaker believe a new approach to education is necessary?

• To maintain the current social hierarchy.

• To unlock the potential in every child.

• To increase competition among students.

• To focus resources on a few subjects.

How does the current education system reinforce inequality?

• By encouraging diverse abilities.

• By valuing all talents equally.

• By focusing on testing and competition.

• By providing resources to all students.

What is a consequence of schools focusing on getting students into elite universities?

• All students receive equal attention.

• Students with diverse talents are often neglected.

• It reduces the prestige of the schools.

• It eliminates social hierarchies.

What does the speaker suggest is celebrated in the current education system?

• Equal opportunities for all.

• The hierarchy of schools and students.

• The success of all students.

• Diversity of talents.