Finland's educational system offers lessons for Dallas

Dallas Morning News by Jim Landers | Feb. 8, 2009 (News Report)

By the time Finland's children complete the ninth grade, they speak three languages. They have studied algebra, geometry and statistics since the first grade. And they beat the pants off students from just about everywhere else in the world.

In math, science, problem solving and reading comprehension, Finland's 15-year-olds came out at or near the top in international tests given in 2000, 2003 and 2006. Even the least among Finnish students – ... Full Story »

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 by Patricia Blochowiak - Feb. 9, 2009

Could do with more background, such as what is the national percentage of minorities, such as the Suomi (?sp) & immigrants. Also needs more links and specific references. Still, in this day of more & more practice tests to prepare for the formal tests, more & more test preparation, & less attention to problem-solving skills & subjects other than reading, writing, & math, it's refreshing to hear about problem-solving skills.

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