What Will It Take To Get Students Caught Up After The Pandemic?

Kurt Russell, the 2022 National Teacher of the Year, discusses the challenges faced by educators post-pandemic, including student engagement and teacher shortages. He addresses the impact of legislation on teaching controversial topics like American history and the importance of providing students with factual information. Russell highlights the decline in teacher satisfaction due to lack of involvement in policy-making and emphasizes the need for diversity in curriculum and faculty to enhance student representation and growth.

What does Kurt Russell emphasize as crucial for educational progress in his classroom?

• Advanced technology

• Student engagement and voice

• Strict discipline

• Standardized testing

How does Kurt Russell approach teaching sensitive historical topics?

• By providing factual information and encouraging opinion formation

• By focusing only on positive aspects

• By using only government-approved materials

• By avoiding controversial subjects

What is a significant concern for teachers according to the Merrimack College Teacher survey?

• Inadequate student performance

• Excessive workload

• Low job satisfaction

• Lack of classroom resources

What does Kurt Russell suggest to improve student representation in classrooms?

• Increasing homework

• Diversifying curriculum and faculty

• Implementing more tests

• Reducing class sizes

Why does Kurt Russell believe teachers feel a lack of respect?

• They have too much vacation time

• They are not involved in policy-making

• They have too much autonomy

• They receive high salaries