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Here's what other North Carolinians have to say about their experience visiting Russian schools:
Dr. Beal
Russian students are self directed, serious about their studies, respectful of the teacher, attentive and well behaved in the classroom. Teachers use lecture primarily, but move around the room, engage students through questioning and deliver their lectures as dramatic narrative. Though not blessed with an over abundance of teaching materials and newly printed books, the classes always make impressive gains. There are few safety nets in the Russian social system to accommodate students who do not make an effort or drop out. Russian students know that education is their best hope for a good life in the future.
Anna Brown
I was extremely impressed with the Russian education system. I believe the children value education and are intrinsically motivated to learn. The teachers work hard and have high expectations. They want to be the best in the world.
Raleigh Gregory
While visiting the many schools in Russia, the school that made the biggest impression on me was the kindergarten. I was amazed at the children’s abilities to learn English, art, gymnastics, folk dance, ballet, and general studies at such a young age. The fact that students are at the building for twelve hours so their parents can work, is a new concept for me. They seemed to love their kindergarten, and each child has their own bed to rest on during naptime. I felt a strong sense of family in the school environment. The teachers really love their students and want them to perform well.
Brady Rochford
The schools in Russia seem to be run like a tight ship. They are clean and tidy, and full of beautiful art and plants covering the walls. Although the students are loud and run wild in the hallways, I never witnessed any discipline problems. Once students were inside the classroom they settled down and got to work. Students arrived in class prepared and seemed very eager to raise their hand and participate in class. I was impressed by the vast amount of knowledge the students knew, ranging from complicated algebra to recognizing each American president. How many Russian leaders could the average American recognize?
Finally, I would like to comment on our hosts, the teachers, whom were so gracious and kind to us. They saw that we had a room to rest in, and served us delicious cakes and tea around 11 o’clock each day. I have learned a lot from these teachers, not only about being hospitable but also about being a more effective teacher. The pace of the classes were quick, teachers wasted no time. It was as though they knew the energy potential of children and so they took advantage of it. I have already used some of the techniques I learned from Russian teachers and hope to go back some day to learn more.
Corinna Walle
There are many things that impressed me about Russian education. The teachers always kept the students busy and had several tasks for them to complete each hour. One of the most important things I noted was the high expectation the teacher held for the student’s work and their attitudes. The teachers were well organized and dedicated to the success of their students.
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