Dumbing Down of America
Dumbed-down curricula is becoming widespread - even in the suburbs. The goal is to replace highly qualified teachers with unskilled rookies who can implement them.Whole language reading and writing programs teach NO CONTENT whatsoever. The focus is cooperative learning and an increase in the use of technology to replace teachers. Inquiry-based learning is the latest trend with the teacher serving as a facilitator.
Reform Math is more of the same. Kids are taught multiple methods of