War against Ignorance to continue on; Educational Assistant Plan to begin.September 19th, 5480.
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Comrade Ladakh was the first to begin a major education reform, with the help of our comrades from Lourenne and Comrade Tsemo has looked to continue the War against Ignorance and continue major reforms to Xsampan Education. Thus, Comrade Tsemo has proposed the "Educational Assistant Plan", which is expected to heavily support the classroom, and made teaching easier for both educators and students alike. The vision for a golden future lies in education, and a strong educational base can accelerate the Xsampan economy to entirely new heights. Being only ranked 9th by the IEA, great progress has been made for Xsampan education, however, the world, especially hotbeds of reactionary capitalists must be shown what the Proletariat can do.
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Educational Assistants.---------------------
Sometimes when a job is too big, it is best to call for help and with teaching, that is no different. Teachers should not be expected to manage classes with 30+ students and keep all at their best. This is where the first part of the EAP comes in. Educational Assistants, or EAs. Equal to teachers in every way, they shall be assigned to a classroom to assist students one-on-one and ensure that no student is left behind. Whether it be helping a student catch up, or simply help a student understand the topic at hand, EAs are expected to be a viable solution to ensure proper learning. Should the need arise, and a student start failing, an additional EA can be dispatched at the request of the teacher or school administrator. These EAs will be employed from the local population to ensure adequate teachings and combat any unemployment.
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Reduction of Classroom Sizes.---------------------
It is atrocious that classrooms are expected to contain nearly 30 students and adequately thrive. The second part of the EAP is slashing that in half. At the very most, it is expected that classrooms will only have 25 students, at the very most. While less is ideal, it is understood that some districts cannot afford such a luxury and while that must be combatted, this is a must-have for Xsampan education. Not only does it lower the stress for educators and make it easier for them to teach, it reduces the burden on students with special needs who may be neglected or ignored due to other students. Small classrooms are more effective for teachers and creates a more calming environment for students compared to a loud chaotic filled environment.
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Cooperation, not Competition.---------------------
As is the case in
most capitalist countries, education is like the workforce. A competitive struggle where only the best survive. That cannot be tolerated in Xsampa. One of the biggest aspects is testing. A universal way to track progress yet also another way to promote competition, not just between schools for best scores but amongst peers. Standardized testing is the epitome of this and holds zero place in Xsampa. As such, the EAP will see the removal of standardized testing, and encourage cooperation between schools. Comptetion holds no place in our education system.
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The Health of the Student.---------------------
So often we see the neglect of mental health across various nations, and it has led to poor health amongst many in society. Xsampa will not make this mistake. Mental Health is vital to any society, and it must be a core pillar of the Proletarian Ideal. Empathy and support are what's needed. Not shunning. Psychological counselors will be invaluable in helping combat mental woes. Students must live life, not just survive another day. Furthermore, health does not only entail mental health, but phyiscal. It is a great shame that this has managed to persist for so long but no more. Lunches and breakfasts in Xsampan schools must not be another form of wealth inequality. The poorest amongst us must not starve. The EAP will see Xsampa finally join the ranks of sanity by removing any and all fees on school food. A student should never starve.
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With all this in mind, the EAS is as ambitious as Ladakh's reforms were, and the EAS will see Xsampa push forward in terms of education. The War against Ignorance must be won. Not only will this raise the quality of life for the next generation, receiving an education like no other, it will allow more qualified experts to assist the Xsampan economy in growing and developing. Regardless, great strides are being made towards an eternal golden future.
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Glory to the Xsampan Revolution! Glory to the Xsampan Proletariat!
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