It is obvious the trouble with our education system is at the top!
This comment by Education Minister George Abbott tops my list of the year’s dumbest statements.
Quote from Kiss FM: “Abbott says personalized learning will put every student at the centre of their own education and make them more accountable for their success.”
This is in regard to the offering of online courses etc. to kindergarten to Grade 9 students.
What kindergarten to Grade 9 student actually has any idea where they want to go with their education?
What percentage of Grade 10 to 12 students have any idea where they want to go?
The only ones who can attempt to guide these people are the teachers who know them and can gauge their strengths and weaknesses and guide them on the correct paths.
With education direction at the top so far out of touch with reality no wonder we have problems. The good news? Abbott will be gone soon.
Stew Wallach, North Okanagan
