Instruction
This "Open Response" question is designed to get your thoughts, perspective and insight into the state of modern education. In three-to-five well constructed paragraphs (no more than five please), please answer the prompt listed below. Spelling and grammar counts, as does effective transitions between key points and paragraphs.
Prompt: Many people in the United States have strong opinions about the state of schools around the nation. While some see them as outstanding places where students learn more than ever, others see them as a failing institutions that are not delivering effective education to the students. What do you think? What does the U.S. do well in terms of public k-12 education? What isn't done very well? What personal experiences do you have that highlight these areas of strength and weakness in American schools?