Fmr. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan on What Students Need To Succeed

The transcript discusses the contrast between federal and local leadership during a crisis, highlighting the challenges and concerns of reopening schools. It explores the potential long-term impacts on children's education and the economy. The speaker emphasizes the need to reimagine the education system, focusing on competency over seat time and addressing inequities. The importance of empathy, fairness, and interconnectedness is also stressed, with a call for a national tutoring program to support vulnerable students.

What role does the speaker believe technology should play in the future of education?

What are the implications of the COVID-19 pandemic on the most vulnerable children?

How does the speaker view the relationship between education and equity during the pandemic?