Alex, Carly & Natalie: Vouchers - A hindrance or a benefit?

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Colgate University Public Economics Course

Education


This podcast focuses on educational vouchers. It provides a background of what vouchers are and how they came into place. It explores how vouchers influence curriculum and competition amongst schools. It focuses on whether they benefit student achievement or have no impact at all. In order to help answer these questions, two experts are brought in to share their knowledge. One guest is a pro of vouchers and teaches in a state that generously provides them. The second guest specializes in researching vouchers and has seen very little benefits from the system. The two sides of the debate showcase how opinions can drastically differ depending on where one is from.