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Module 9 - Discussion Board 1. Following World War II, every American was granted the chance to receive an education. The progress and transformations that unfolded in the country during the absence of soldiers at war paved the way for limitless educational prospects for all individuals. The federal government implemented educational policies not only to stimulate economic growth, but also to mitigate disparities (Rury, 2020). After the ruling that declared the separate but equal act unconstitutional, various positive changes took place in the United States. The advancement of technology and the subsequent increase in job opportunities led to a significant rise in professional and educational opportunities for women. Additionally, veterans were afforded the opportunity to pursue free higher education through a post-World War II educational program. The program allocated a maximum annual sum for each eligible veteran, which could be utilized at any institution meeting specific minimum standards (Freidman 2007). 2. In my opinion, there appears to be an excessive level of government influence and control over the content being taught by educators in the classroom. The educational system compels teachers to prioritize teaching material based on exam requirements, as students' test scores play a pivotal role in determining the school's ranking. This ranking, in turn, governs the distribution of funds. The current education system's political framework hinders the ability of teachers to provide comprehensive education to students and restricts students from going beyond the curriculum necessary to pass standardized tests. As stated by Freidman (2007), traditionally, governments have funded educational
institutions directly, thereby necessitating this approach as a means to support education. In my opinion, it is the government's responsibility to allocate sufficient funds for teacher salaries and school resources in order to effectively support education and schooling. While I do not entirely oppose the concept of standardized testing as it is important to assess students' performance, I firmly believe that funding decisions for schools should not be solely based on these test results. 3. Advancements in technology have consistently progressed and are poised to continue evolving at a rapid pace. These advancements have significantly enhanced global accessibility to a wide array of resources. In the 21st century, technology plays an integral role in powering our world. Various perspectives exist regarding the extent and impact of technological progress. American author Neil Postman gave a presentation entitled "Five Things We Must Understand About Technological Change" in 1998. Within this discourse, he deliberates upon the merits and drawbacks of technology. Postman posits that every time a new technological advancement emerges, it is invariably accompanied by a corresponding drawback. To illustrate this point, he cites the example of a car. The introduction of cars has revolutionized transportation, granting people the convenience of travel. However, this convenience comes at a cost as it contributes to air pollution, congested cities, and disturbs the natural beauty of our landscape (Postman, 1998). In the realm of education, technology has made significant progress. According to Postman (1998), the most notable impact of technology has been the development and promotion of standardized tests such as IQ tests, SATs, and GREs. These tests have redefined the concept of learning and subsequently led to a reorganization of the curriculum to fit these
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