Able Quote by Major Owens
“I do not think we are ever going to be able to, for a long time, get the kind of quality of school personnel that we need in our schools, especially in the areas of science and math. One of the answers to that problem is to use more educational technology.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Education Committee Hearing, US House of Representatives, 1995
Current shortages of qualified teachers, especially in STEM, may be mitigated by integrating educational technology into classrooms.
In simple terms: Tech can help fill teacher gaps.
Key Takeaway
Invest in ed‑tech tools and training.
Themes
education
STEM
technology
policy
Mood
concerned
optimistic
Type
policy
advocacy
When to use this quote
- school districts
- online tutoring
- virtual labs
- teacher training programs
Key Concepts
teacher shortage
ed‑tech adoption
Questions to Reflect On
- How can ed‑tech complement, not replace, teachers?
- What policies ensure equitable tech access?
A Different Perspective
Technology cannot replace the need for skilled educators entirely.
