Foreign Teachers in U.S. Schools

SOURCE www.npr.org
U.S. schools in rural Alaska districts utilize special visas to hire foreign teachers, with some districts having over half their staff composed of teachers from other countries.

Key Points

  • Special visas enable U.S. schools to hire teachers from other countries
  • Some rural school districts in Alaska have a high percentage of foreign teachers

Pros

  • Brings diverse perspectives and experiences to the classroom
  • Helps address teacher shortages in rural areas

Cons

  • Potential cultural and language barriers
  • May lead to dependency on foreign teachers