Misconception #27: Teaching is the profession that makes all other professions possible

Over the years, I have been writing about misconceptions regarding the schooling process. The purpose of these posts is to explain why I disagree with various comments that I have heard people make about schooling. These are meant as personal thoughts rather than conclusive proof, and I will admit that I'm not always the best at explaining my thoughts. Regardless, I have decided that I should be willing to share these posts when I encounter someone online who makes an argument that I have already discussed.

Siphoning

Have you heard the atrocity of vouchers funneling or siphoning funds from the schools that 90% of students attend? Actually, I've already addressed the ridiculous 90% argument in a previous post. This post is aimed more at another way to look at this argument.

The NEA and AFT versus mental health

We have a serious mental health crisis on our hands. What's causing it? According to the NEA and AFT, social networking is to blame.

The NEA and AFT versus diversity

Diversity, diversity, diversity. It's not a bad word. Actually, I agree with that. Implementations of diversity programs, however, give me serious reasons for concerns.

Misconception #168: Privatization is inherently evil

Over the years, I have been writing about misconceptions regarding the schooling process. The purpose of these posts is to explain why I disagree with various comments that I have heard people make about schooling. These are meant as personal thoughts rather than conclusive proof, and I will admit that I'm not always the best at explaining my thoughts. Regardless, I have decided that I should be willing to share these posts when I encounter someone online who makes an argument that I have already discussed.

Part of the solution or part of the problem

If you are not a part of the solution, you are a part of the problem. Actually, I hate that saying. Among the problems with this cliche is that you should try to understand a problem before trying to solve it.

My worst enemies

I have long insisted that I wouldn't wish the government-controlled model of schooling on my worst enemies. Let's put that to the test. I need to find someone who I can't stand and see if I could support that person going through those awful schools.