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“We have inadvertently designed a system in which being good at what you do as a teacher is not formally rewarded, while being poor at what you do is seldom corrected nor penalized.” quote by Elliot W. Eisner
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“We have inadvertently designed a system in which being good at what you do as a teacher is not formally rewarded, while being poor at what you do is seldom corrected nor penalized.”

Elliot W. Eisner

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Highlights a systemic flaw where effective teaching lacks formal incentives, while poor teaching goes unchecked.

In simple terms: Teaching quality isn’t rewarded

Key Takeaway

Align incentives with performance

Themes

education incentives quality accountability systemic bias

Mood

critical concerned

Type

analysis observation

When to use this quote

  • school administration
  • teacher training programs
  • education reform

Key Concepts

teacher evaluation policy design

Practical Applications

  • implementing merit‑based rewards
  • establishing corrective mechanisms

Questions to Reflect On

  • What incentives would truly motivate teachers?
  • How can poor performance be constructively addressed?
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