TED: How to solve the education crisis for boys and men | Richard Reeves

The video discusses the impact of Title 9 on gender equality in education, highlighting the reversal of gender gaps in college degrees. It explores international trends, showing that boys are lagging behind girls in education globally. The video examines how gender intersects with class and race, emphasizing the need to address educational inequality for boys. It identifies structural disadvantages boys face, such as later brain development and lack of male teachers, and proposes solutions like starting boys in school later and recruiting more male teachers. The video concludes with advice for parents and teachers to support boys without undermining girls' progress.

What was the primary goal of Title 9 when it was introduced?

• To reduce the gender gap in sports

• To promote gender equality in the workplace

• To expand economic and educational opportunities for women

• To increase male enrollment in colleges

How has the gender gap in college degree attainment changed since Title 9?

• It has disappeared completely

• It has widened in favor of men

• It has reversed, with women now leading

• It has remained the same

What is a significant trend observed in the academic performance of boys and girls?

• Boys outperform girls in all subjects

• Boys outperform girls in reading and language skills

• There is no difference in academic performance

• Girls outperform boys in reading and language skills

What is one reason boys face challenges in education compared to girls?

• Boys have a higher IQ than girls

• Boys develop non-cognitive skills later than girls

• Boys have more access to educational resources

• Boys are more interested in sports

Why is the lack of male teachers considered a problem for boys in education?

• Male teachers are less effective

• Male teachers are more expensive

• Male teachers can serve as role models for boys

• Male teachers focus only on sports

What is one proposed solution to help boys succeed in school?

• Start boys in school a year later

• Increase homework for boys

• Focus only on girls' education

• Reduce the number of male teachers

How can recruiting more male teachers benefit boys in education?

• It can reduce the number of female teachers

• It can decrease the focus on STEM subjects

• It can provide boys with relatable role models

• It can increase the school budget

What is a key message for parents and teachers working with struggling boys?

• Recognize and respect their differences

• Focus only on their academic failures

• Compare them to their sisters

• Ignore their struggles

What is the potential risk of not addressing boys' educational struggles?

• It could lead to a decrease in female enrollment

• It could eliminate gender gaps

• It could improve boys' performance

• It could result in societal imbalance

What is the ultimate goal for the future regarding gender equality?

• The future should be inclusive for all

• The future should focus on economic growth

• The future should be male

• The future should be female