The Joy: A compendium of ideas, reflections, case studies, and provocations

The traditional factory model of schooling has fallen short of expectations. While some parts of the world have achieved high scores on internationally recognized competency tests, this success has come at a cost—the stripping away of the arts and practical subjects, as well as the erosion of teacher expertise, creativity, and fulfillment. As a result, many educators have left the profession, feeling that it no longer offers the rewards or purpose it once did.

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