Education Quote by Amanda Ripley
““It was interesting to note that higher standards were seen not as an investment in students; they were seen, first and foremost, as a threat to teachers.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Smartest Kids in the World by Amanda Ripley, 2015
Higher standards are often perceived as a danger to teachers rather than a benefit for students.
In simple terms: Teachers feel threatened by higher standards.
Address teacher concerns when raising standards.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- school reform
- teacher training
- parent meetings
- policy debates
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we support teachers while raising expectations?
- What incentives reduce perceived threats?
Resistance may stem from fear of accountability.