This divide is not new, but the significance of these events has underscored a national outcry to reshape our teaching and learning systems. These recent events have exacerbated what many have known for years – that our education system needs systemic change.
Policymakers must partner with educators to try new, innovative practices that will respond to evolving educational needs. A presidential election provides a unique opportunity to elevate new ideas for improving the education system.
This is particularly true this election year with voters eager to see America’s schools reopen safely and recover from the disruptions of the pandemic. Over the next four years, the federal government must advance an agenda to ensure America’s education system rebounds stronger than ever.
KnowledgeWorks offers recommendations to help our nation’s elected leaders achieve this goal.