ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Education outcomes have been getting worse across much of the world, with reading and math scores falling to historic lows. The U.S. has seen some of the steepest declines in decades.
But, why does Mississippi look so different?
Mississippi education reformer Rachel Canter has been at the forefront of the state’s dramatic improvement in reading and math over the past few decades. Today, Derek is joined by Rachel to discuss the so-called “Mississippi miracle” (a name she says misses the mark!). Together they break down how years of policy changes and implementation transformed the state’s schools and how other states can replicate their success.
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Host: Derek Thompson
Guest: Rachel Canter
Producer: Devon Baroldi
Additional Production Support: Ben Glicksman
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