Question 1

The philosopher Immanuel Kant believed that the public school would be the best type of education because it "would attract the most competent teachers."

Accepted Answer

Kant believed that public schools would attract the most competent teachers due to the fact that they would have more reasonable salaries and a better reputation than private schools.

Question 2

Receipt of a college diploma is evidence that a person is qualified to teach children.

Accepted Answer

Receipt of a college diploma may be a necessary requirement for becoming a teacher, but it is not sufficient evidence on its own that a person is qualified to teach children. Other factors such as teaching experience, certification, and professional development also play a role in determining a teacher's qualifications.

Question 3

The state should not spend taxpayers' money for teachers who are not trained in pedagogy.

Accepted Answer

It is important for teachers to have the proper training in pedagogy in order to effectively teach students. The state should only allocate funds towards hiring trained teachers who can provide the best education for students.

Question 4

Personnel policies of school districts are essential to help ensure that taxpayers' money is efficiently expended.

Accepted Answer

Personnel policies help to establish guidelines and procedures for hiring, retention, evaluation, and compensation of employees in school districts. These policies can promote fairness, accountability, and transparency in the use of taxpayers' money.

Question 5

Classroom teachers' salaries have increased dramatically since the early 1990s.

Accepted Answer

While there have been increases in classroom teachers' salaries since the early 1990s, when adjusted for inflation, the growth in pay has not been dramatic in many regions, and in some cases, salaries have effectively stagnated or even decreased in real terms.

Question 6

Starting teachers' annual salaries are consistently above the level for the federal Earned Income Tax Credit, poor families' relief.

Accepted Answer

Starting teachers' salaries vary widely by state and district in the U.S., and in some cases, they can be low enough that individuals or families could qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit, depending on their specific circumstances such as family size and total income.

Question 7

Teachers' salaries in the United States are, on average, the highest of any of the developed countries.

Accepted Answer

According to data from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), the United States has an average teacher salary that is lower than the average salary of other developed countries, such as Germany, Switzerland, and Luxembourg.

Question 8

Teachers' salary costs per student in the United States are well above the OECD mean.

Accepted Answer

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Question 9

Teachers' salaries, as measured as percent of Gross Domestic product, is high in the United States relative to other developed countries.

Accepted Answer

According to data from the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), the United States ranks below the average of other developed countries in terms of teachers' salaries as a percentage of Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

Question 10

The student-to-teacher ratio in public schools of the United States is lower than in other developed countries.

Accepted Answer

According to data from the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), the United States has an average student-to-teacher ratio of 16:1 in primary schools and 14:1 in secondary schools, which is higher than the average ratios in many other developed countries.

Question 11

Public school teachers personally subsidize unfunded education mandates imposed by federal and state governments.

Accepted Answer

Public school teachers often use their own money to purchase classroom supplies, materials, and technology that are not adequately funded by federal and state governments. This includes complying with unfunded education mandates. A 2018 survey by the National Education Association found that teachers spent an average of $479 out of their own pockets on school supplies and instructional materials for their students.

Question 12

Financial job security and teaching conditions are important motivators for quality teaching staff.

Accepted Answer

Financial job security and teaching conditions are factors that can impact a teacher's motivation and willingness to stay in a position. When teachers feel secure in their job and have favorable teaching conditions, they are more likely to perform better in their role and have better job satisfaction.

Question 13

Salary policy of local school districts should be developed with cooperation of teacher, school administrators and the community.

Accepted Answer

Involving teachers, school administrators and the community in the development of a salary policy for local school districts ensures that the policy is fair and takes into account the needs and concerns of all stakeholders involved.

Question 14

The philosopher Immanuel Kant believed that the public school would be the best type of education because it "would attract the most competent teachers."

Accepted Answer

Kant believed that a public school would be the best type of education because it would be open to all, and would therefore attract the most competent teachers.

Question 15

Receipt of a college diploma is evidence that a person is qualified to teach children.

Accepted Answer

Receipt of a college diploma alone is not sufficient evidence that a person is qualified to teach children. Certification and/or licensure is often required to demonstrate competency in teaching.

Question 16

The state should not spend taxpayers' money for teachers who are not trained in pedagogy.

Accepted Answer

It is important for teachers to be trained in pedagogy in order to effectively educate and support students. Taxpayers' money should be used to ensure that teachers have the necessary training to provide the highest quality education possible.

Question 17

Personnel policies of school districts are essential to help ensure that taxpayers' money is efficiently expended.

Accepted Answer

Personnel policies help establish clear guidelines for hiring, compensation, benefits, and performance expectations, which can help prevent wasteful or inefficient allocation of resources. By ensuring that the most qualified and effective individuals are hired and supported in their roles, school districts can optimize their use of taxpayer funds.

Question 18

Starting teachers' annual salaries are consistently above the level for the federal Earned Income Tax Credit, poor families' relief.

Accepted Answer

Starting teachers' salaries vary widely by state and district in the U.S., and in some cases, they can be low enough that individuals might qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit, depending on their family situation and specific income thresholds.

Question 19

What should be the underlying rationale for a school district's personnel policies?

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Question 20

What criteria should be essential in establishing salary levels for teachers in a local school district? In a state?

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Quiz 10: Teacher Compensation

The philosopher Immanuel Kant believed that the public school would be the best type of education because it "would attract the most competent teachers."

Receipt of a college diploma is evidence that a person is qualified to teach children.

The state should not spend taxpayers' money for teachers who are not trained in pedagogy.

Personnel policies of school districts are essential to help ensure that taxpayers' money is efficiently expended.

Classroom teachers' salaries have increased dramatically since the early 1990s.

Starting teachers' annual salaries are consistently above the level for the federal Earned Income Tax Credit, poor families' relief.

Teachers' salaries in the United States are, on average, the highest of any of the developed countries.

Teachers' salary costs per student in the United States are well above the OECD mean.

Teachers' salaries, as measured as percent of Gross Domestic product, is high in the United States relative to other developed countries.

The student-to-teacher ratio in public schools of the United States is lower than in other developed countries.

Public school teachers personally subsidize unfunded education mandates imposed by federal and state governments.

Financial job security and teaching conditions are important motivators for quality teaching staff.

Salary policy of local school districts should be developed with cooperation of teacher, school administrators and the community.

The philosopher Immanuel Kant believed that the public school would be the best type of education because it "would attract the most competent teachers."

Receipt of a college diploma is evidence that a person is qualified to teach children.

The state should not spend taxpayers' money for teachers who are not trained in pedagogy.

Personnel policies of school districts are essential to help ensure that taxpayers' money is efficiently expended.

Starting teachers' annual salaries are consistently above the level for the federal Earned Income Tax Credit, poor families' relief.

What should be the underlying rationale for a school district's personnel policies?

What criteria should be essential in establishing salary levels for teachers in a local school district? In a state?