I strongly believe that reforms are needed in regards to tenure. I have experienced too many teachers throughout my education that still have a job simply because they have been at the school for so long. In my opinion, teachers should be kept within the school system if they are, indeed, good, quality teachers that work well with the students, not just because they have been there for a certain period of time. Educators that are just getting out of college are equipped with the latest technology information and a great deal of new knowledge, and our children deserve quality teachers that are going to suit their needs.
I was not very knowledgeable about teacher unions, so I did some research. Specifically, unions are responsible for securing better pay and working conditions, which would then attract better teachers. Unions also argue for smaller classes, allowing teachers to teach more effectively. They also tend to raise the standards for teacher licensing, which ensures that only qualified candidates enter the profession. All of which that unions are supposed to support are great for schools; therefore, instead of reforming or abandoning them, I think that we just need to build on the original foundations.
I agree with your point about teacher tenure. I have also had many teachers who don't feel the need to be a great as they once were after they have been in the school long enough. I think that teachers should be let go if they aren't going to be fulfilling their duty to their students to educate them to their absolute best ability.
ReplyDeleteI also agree with your point on teacher unions and that there is really no need for change because they are a good thing.