Ricardo Rosa - Equity and Justice in Education

Ricardo Rosa, a Professor of Public Policy, discusses the intersection of public policy and educational policy, emphasizing the impact of external factors on educational outcomes. He critiques the American educational system's philosophy, highlighting issues of equity and justice, particularly for students of color. Rosa connects these issues to historical injustices and advocates for resisting privatization and high-stakes testing. He argues for a fully funded public education system, drawing comparisons to Finland's model, and stresses the harm caused by high-stakes testing, which fosters competition over collaboration.

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