The level of teachers
Teachers mold children, often more than even their own parents do. That is why it is absolutely integral and important to make sure that teachers are competent in their jobs and can take care of the kids. Canada has strict training regiments and requirements for anyone who wants to become a teacher, while it is comparatively easy to become a teacher in the US. Furthermore, teachers cannot be overburdened with students. You could be the best teacher in the world but if you have a class of over 50 people, your impact will be close to none, especially where the younger kids are concerned, who need more one-on-one attention. An important statistic in this regard is actually in the favor of the US, showing that there are 4.58 teachers per 1,000 students in Canada, while there are 5.49 teachers per 1,000 students in the US. This early attention may be the reason why children feel they are allowed to be more creative, giving the US the reputation for providing a nurturing environment for the growth of geniuses. Can this be the reason why the statement “PISA exams proves Canadian kids are smarter than American kids in math, reading, and science” might be true?
