Education Week: Why I Left Teaching - 88 views
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There is a difference between learning and education. Learning is a slow, disciplined process, while education is about producing results.
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I believe I will be happier for having quit teaching. I will make more money. I will have more time. I will no longer sacrifice myself for the sake of others' children. I would like to go back someday when the system finally figures out how lucky it is that people are so dedicated to teaching.
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This is sad but so true in many places. We need to revive the profession in ways like suggested in the book Teaching 2030.