Education Battles and New Learning Alternatives in North Dakota
The ladies welcome North Dakota Superintendent of Public Instruction candidate Charles Tuttle for a hard-hitting discussion about Common Core, millions of dollars in alleged misappropriated education funds in North Dakota, declining student achievement scores, and the growing concerns parents have about the direction of public education. Tuttle shares his vision for accountability, transparency, and improving academic success for students across the state.
The discussion also explores different approaches to learning and education outside the traditional classroom. The ladies examine the rise of Montessori-style education, forest schools, homeschooling, and other alternative learning models that many families are turning to in search of stronger educational outcomes and more personalized learning environments. From academic performance to parental involvement, this episode tackles the major education debates shaping the future of North Dakota and America.
