In March 2016, Wisconsin's #1 conservative talk radio host Charles Sykes did the unthinkable: He ferociously challenged Republican presidential front- runner Donald Trump in a live interview. Afterward, Sykes alone among conservative media figures continued to denounce Trump, and extended his attack to include the larger right-wing media and other politicians that enabled his rise.
Real-World Antidotes to Feel-Good Education
Focusing on real-world lessons often missing from traditional education, the author presents fifty candid insights aimed at preparing children for life's challenges. Emphasizing honesty and respect, the book provides parents with practical strategies to guide their children, moving beyond superficial encouragement. The lessons are delivered with humor and a no-nonsense approach, addressing the realities that kids will face after school.
Dumbing Down Our Kids is a searing indictment of America's secondary schools-one that every parent and teacher should read.Dumbing Down Our Kids offers a full-scale investigation of the new educational fad, sometimes called "Outcome Based Education" -the latest in a long series of "reforms" that has eroded our schools.* Why our kids rank near to, or at the bottom of international tests in math and science* Why "self-esteem" has supplanted grades and genuine achievements* How the educational establishment lowers standards and quality in our schools - while continuing to raise their budgets and our school taxes* The dumbing down of the curriculum so everyone can pass - but no one can excel* How parents, students, and teachers can evaluate schools and restore quality learning