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E:57: School Choice w/ Jeanne Allen
In this episode of Edupurist, Ray sits down with Jeanne Allen, founder, and CEO of the Center for Education Reform, to discuss her thoughts on the current state of education in the United States and her vision for the future. Jeanne has been a leading voice in the education reform movement for over three decades and has worked tirelessly to create a more innovative, responsive, and effective education system.
We begin by discussing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on education. Jeanne shares her thoughts on how the pandemic has exposed longstanding inequities in education and highlighted the need for more flexibility and choice for students and families. We also discuss the role of technology in education and how it can be used to improve student outcomes.
Next, we delve into Jeanne's vision for the future of education. She emphasizes the importance of empowering parents and students to make choices that best suit their needs and notes that the traditional, one-size-fits-all approach to teaching is outdated. We also discuss the need for more innovation in education, including new schooling models and alternative credentialing systems.
Finally, we discuss the political landscape of education reform and the challenges advocates face in advancing their agenda. Jeanne shares her insights on building coalitions across the political spectrum and the importance of engaging with policymakers and stakeholders at all levels.
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By Dr. Raymond Ankrum
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In this episode of Edupurist, Ray sits down with Jeanne Allen, founder, and CEO of the Center for Education Reform, to discuss her thoughts on the current state of education in the United States and her vision for the future. Jeanne has been a leading voice in the education reform movement for over three decades and has worked tirelessly to create a more innovative, responsive, and effective education system.
We begin by discussing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on education. Jeanne shares her thoughts on how the pandemic has exposed longstanding inequities in education and highlighted the need for more flexibility and choice for students and families. We also discuss the role of technology in education and how it can be used to improve student outcomes.
Next, we delve into Jeanne's vision for the future of education. She emphasizes the importance of empowering parents and students to make choices that best suit their needs and notes that the traditional, one-size-fits-all approach to teaching is outdated. We also discuss the need for more innovation in education, including new schooling models and alternative credentialing systems.
Finally, we discuss the political landscape of education reform and the challenges advocates face in advancing their agenda. Jeanne shares her insights on building coalitions across the political spectrum and the importance of engaging with policymakers and stakeholders at all levels.