American Education and H-1B Visa Program
The article discusses how the failure of American students to excel in math has led to a reliance on H-1B visas for specialized workers, with Elon Musk being a prominent supporter of the program. It criticizes the Common Core education standards for ineffective math instruction and advocates for a return to traditional teaching methods to improve math skills in students.
Key Points
- Elon Musk supports the H-1B visa program due to the lack of domestic workers with requisite math skills
- Common Core education standards are criticized for confusing students with indirect math teaching methods
- Traditional math teaching methods are recommended to improve math skills in students
Pros
- Raises awareness about the shortcomings in American math education system
- Highlights the importance of improving math skills in students for future job opportunities
Cons
- Critiques the Common Core education standards for being ineffective in teaching math
- Points out the reliance on H-1B visas as a consequence of the failure of American students to excel in math