Jaekyung Lee - Can America Fix Its Education System? (broken and unequal)

The US education system is broken and unequal, requiring bold reforms and investments. Despite high spending, dropout rates remain high, especially among minorities. Affirmative action has been a temporary fix, but racial inequalities persist. The pandemic highlighted disparities in home learning environments. Proposed reforms include universal preschool and community college support. Cultural changes, such as adopting growth and asset mindsets, are crucial. The goal is to restore the American dream for future generations through comprehensive education reform.

What is the annual expenditure of the US on K12 education?

• $600 billion

• $800 billion

• $500 billion

• $1 trillion

Which demographic groups are most affected by the high school dropout rates?

• Asian Americans

• Caucasians

• Blacks and Hispanics

• Native Americans

What was the purpose of the affirmative action policy in college admissions?

• To promote racial diversity in classrooms

• To increase tuition fees

• To improve sports programs

• To reduce the number of students

What did the pandemic reveal about educational inequalities?

• They are solely based on digital access

• They are not influenced by social class

• They are linked to healthcare and welfare gaps

• They have been completely resolved

What is one of the bold policy moves proposed by the Biden administration?

• Eliminating public schools

• Reducing teacher salaries

• Increasing class sizes

• Supporting universal preschool

What mindset change is suggested to improve educational outcomes?

• From growth to fixed mindset

• From fixed to growth mindset

• From positive to negative mindset

• From open to closed mindset

What is a deficit mindset in education?

• Believing all students are equal

• Focusing on students' weaknesses

• Encouraging student creativity

• Promoting student independence