Scottish teachers join Edinburgh rally during strike action

The transcript discusses the fight for a pay rise amidst a cost of living crisis, emphasizing the importance of the teaching profession. It highlights the high teaching hours in Scotland compared to other countries and the challenges faced during the pandemic. The speaker calls for activism and reform, urging teachers to challenge arbitrary decisions and remain hopeful and determined in their fight for fair treatment and recognition.

What is one of the main reasons teachers are fighting for a pay rise?

• To change the school curriculum

• To gain more vacation time

• To address the cost of living crisis

• To reduce their teaching hours

Which countries are mentioned as having teachers spend more than half their time teaching?

• Chile, Israel, Latvia, Scotland, and Spain

• USA, Canada, UK, Australia, and New Zealand

• France, Germany, Italy, Portugal, and Greece

• India, China, Japan, South Korea, and Vietnam

How did teachers demonstrate their commitment during the pandemic?

• By taking extended leaves

• By refusing to work online

• By demanding immediate pay raises

• By returning to schools before other workers

What challenge did teachers face from politicians during the pandemic?

• Reduction in teaching hours

• Support for anti-vaccination groups

• Increased funding for schools

• More training opportunities

What is the ultimate goal of turning teachers into activists?

• To reform and reshape the profession

• To reduce their workload

• To increase their salaries

• To gain more holidays