If you focus on the very narrow, myopic interaction between students, their teachers, and the curriculum, you are ignoring 90 percent of what's affecting that student's ability to learn and be ready to absorb that curriculum and perform well in school and reach their potential.
---Michelle Wu--- highlights the importance of considering the broader context influencing student success. Often, educators and policymakers focus solely on classroom interactions and curricula, but this view neglects factors like socioeconomic conditions, mental health, family support, community resources, and systemic inequalities. Recognizing these influences allows for a more holistic approach to education, promoting better learning outcomes and equitable opportunities for all students. Addressing just the narrow aspects risks overlooking root causes of educational disparities, and ultimately hinders efforts to foster student growth and potential.
