Explore the history and impact of the factory model of education in this article. From its origins in Prussia to its widespread use in the U.S. and England, we discuss the benefits and downsides of this standardized system, and look at alternative approaches to engage students’ creativity and critical thinking.
Welcome back to The State of Education podcast! In this data-packed episode, we dive into ‘The Government’s War on Real Education.’ We explore the origins of this war, define what real education is, and discuss how American education has shifted since the late 1800s. We also examine the profit motives driving postsecondary institutions and break down key government statistics on graduation and dropout rates.