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After the Pisa debacle, Andreas Schleicher is calling for a realignment of the teaching profession.
His criticism of the teachers is sharp.
Frankfurt – The PISA results have caused deep consternation in Germany.
The performance of German students in the areas of reading, mathematics and natural sciences is at an all-time low.
What does the future of the German education system look like?
Andreas Schleicher, the head of the Pisa study, sharply criticizes the teachers.
However, for the OECD's education director, Germany's poor performance is no surprise.
In an interview with the Stuttgarter Zeitung,
he described it
as a “trend that has been emerging for decades.”
He sees the responsibility primarily on the teachers: “Germany has not yet arrived in the 21st century when it comes to the teaching profession.
Too many teachers see themselves primarily as recipients of orders who have to statically work through a curriculum in the classroom.”
Place |
Country (points) |
|---|---|
1. |
Japan (536) |
2. |
Korea (527) |
3. |
Estonia (510) |
4. |
Switzerland (508) |
5. |
Canada (497) |
... |
|
21. |
Germany (475) |
Schleicher shows little understanding for teachers “who only insist that they are overloaded”.
He continues: “Teachers cannot simply retreat to the fact that they have a lot to do – and that they therefore cannot meet with colleagues to develop better teaching concepts.” The head of Pisa strongly criticizes the teachers: “One Such an attitude would not be accepted in any other job.”
Shock after PISA results: OECD education director calls for change
However, it is not uncommon for teachers to often “burn out” throughout their careers.
According to the Oberberg Clinics, more than 30 percent of all employees in the education sector suffer from psychological problems.
The self-perception of one's own resources and demands plays a decisive role in the development of burnout.
Germany is doing worse than ever in the international PISA study.
The OECD education director is now appealing to teachers.
(Symbolic image) © Bernd Weißbrod/dpa
In addition to teaching and interacting with students, teachers also have to prepare lessons, correct exams and organize extracurricular events.
Trainees must also complete their theoretical training.
Anyone who seeks therapy for mental health problems as a career starter may have to wait a long time before they become civil servants.
All reasons why so many teachers give up their profession.
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In an interview with the
Stuttgarter Zeitung
, Schleicher calls for a different organization of teachers' working hours and a reduction in the burden of administrative tasks.
“Don’t look up, but instead look directly at the colleague next to you in the staff room.
Teachers can work together to make a lot of positive changes in schools.
“There is no need for a decree from the Ministry of Culture,” emphasizes the educational researcher.
After the Pisa debacle: Schleicher settles accounts with German teachers
There are many reasons for the Pisa debacle.
It is therefore important to distribute the money differently in the future.
Primary schools in particular have a high demand.
The funds should be used “where the challenges posed by students from poor families and with a migrant background are particularly great.” Parents should also make their contribution.
The educational success of children is still “too closely linked to their social background,” says Schleicher.
However, the parent councils in Lower Saxony criticize the lack of will of education politicians.
The motto “continue as before” seems to apply, according to the critics.
“This is unbearable for students and parents, incomprehensible and extremely socially questionable.”
The Association of Parents' Councils of Lower Saxony High Schools (VdEG) is therefore calling for more commitment to educational policy, such as the promotion of career changers in the teaching profession and commitment to the three-tier school system and the performance principle.
Getting started is often more difficult, especially for immigrant teachers.
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