Amy Horner

[Amy Horner @aim503]

@kabrauna It is troubling and heart breaking that so many teachers were killed, schools destroyed, and thousands displaced as a result of the militant Islamic group. I certainly am thankful for the freedoms I have and my children have. #511global

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@B_Russell_Diaz It is important for Nigeria to accept that trade schools also can lead to a better life, especially with farming being a major economic industry! #511global

[Amy Horner @aim503]

@kabrauna Interesting how in US many of the suburb schools are better funded & urban schools are struggling! I agree with need for a reform in Nigeria, especially when children are suffering from malnutrition and diseases. Even the farming industry will be harmed w/o ag. educ. #511Global

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Gutek shares horrifying statistics of HIV/AIDS in Nigeria. I immediately thought back to "The World According to Sesame Street" & the use of the show to educate people of South Africa on HIV. Here are the most recent stats I found on Nigeria. https://t.co/Qul3gROlw9 #511global

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Both India and Nigeria are classified as LTDCs and struggle with the "brain drain" in which educated citizens are leaving their homeland in pursuit of better opportunities in other countries. What needs to change so that these educated citizen will stay and give back? #511global

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A common theme was the idea of using education to unite the country, create political cohesion, and improve the economy. The more I thought about the issues in other countries as well as in the US, I realized education/being informed can be the answer. #511global

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@kabrauna Both the article you shared and Gutek mention the "brain drain." It is discouraging that many of the graduates in India are relocating to other countries rather than contributing to their nation. #511global

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@kabrauna The number of languages and dialects in India is hard for me to comprehend. I think learning an additional language early on in education is a great idea. I just can't imagine trying to fit in to a schedule learning 3 languages. https://t.co/FKoLcAWQ8k #511global

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In both India & Japan women are not as represented in higher education. Their roles are typically predetermined as mother & wife. Indira Gandhi was one of India's exceptions mentioned in Gutek. She led an interesting and controversial life! https://t.co/8cykl4sV9H #511global

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I'm sure it will be quite the task. However, this article makes some suggestions for improvement in education in India including better training of educators and teaching children at the right level as well as holding the students accountable. https://t.co/MHodjUQS3B #511global

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Saddened to read about the issues that education in India faces. Between drop out rates, a high illiteracy rate, lack of financial resources and a divide with urban & rural, women & men, as well as castes, this nation-state seems to be at a turning point. #511global

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@kelli_gehman Similar to Japan, in Ripley's book, Jenny took swimming and cello lessons in the US. Then, once she moved to Korea she too went to hagwons & stayed up past midnight studying like her peers. Society and cultural values have a huge impact on education. #511global

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@jmconrow @kelli_gehman I also felt a bit sad for the mothers. Is their purpose for going through education just to help their own children make it through school? Maybe a great scientist, pilot, or even author never shared her talents because she felt obligated to conform to society norms. #511global

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In Japan education is funded equally unlike the US where funding varies with location. Thought of the Verizon We Need More Anthem commercial. https://t.co/MaOL4pAaoc #511global #MakeADifference

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Life is a balance. US society & education system could benefit from incorporating ideas of Confucianism like maintaining harmony in family, personal, and work relationships (Gutek,133). It's key that these ideals are first taught at home then reinforced in schools. #511global

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Like Korea's hagwons, Japanese students also attend private schools called juku after their regular school day up to 10:00 pm. There is clearly an emphasis placed on doing well academically. But, how much is too much? #511global

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@jmconrow This is such a key idea! Sesame Street would not have the influence it does today if it were just dubbed in multiple languages. I had no idea that there were so many people involved, preparations made, and obstacles to overcome. #511global

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@wmjenkinsMU Interesting article, of course there are those that object to episodes that incorporate tough topics. Especially with social media platforms people are quick to voice their opinion without having all of the facts or taking time to understand the other side. #511global

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Sesame Street characters truly are "missionaries of learning, tolerance, love, & mutual respect." Team does a remarkable job of incorporating characters of various races, backgrounds & abilities. #511global https://t.co/KMbfV9DyQJ

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Inspiring how after 9/11 mutual respect became a more predominant message in US Sesame Street, which also became motivation for SS in Kosovo to help with conflict between Albanians and Serbs. #511global