If only we were like Finland

Finland has the world's best schools while America is in the middle of the pact when it comes to countries with the best schools and providing the best education. What fascinated me so much about this article was how 100 percent, completely different they run their education system than the U.S. does. For one, NCLB would NEVER exist in Finland, heck they don't make their students take standardize after standardize test year after year. Their is one test that Finnish students take and that is in high school. What really impressed me with the Finnish education system is that there are no private schools in Finland, and only 6 independent schools. Finland really does provide the same opportunities for every student in the country (U.S. tries to do this but fails).  Parents can choose which school they want their children to attend, but everyone has the same choices therefore all children get the same opportunities to learn and be successful. Finland has eliminated competition by giving every student the same choices. This is truly a fascinating article that makes you reflect, think and really envision a world in which all children can truly be successful in school! I would love to hear your comments on the article because I am interested in what you all have to say about it. 

http://www.theatlantic.com/national/archive/2011/12/what-americans-keep-ignoring-about-finlands-school-success/250564/