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[quote=Anonymous]I don't think we should go to as strict a system as the German school tracking seems to be, primarily because some kids who may be well suited for higher education could legitimately be academic late-bloomers.

However I do think that it would be ideal if U.S. cultural attitudes shifted to have genuine respect for the trades as legitimate occupations. In general, I get the sense that most people look down on options like HVAC technician, plumber or electrician, mechanic, or hairstylist. Maybe it's not the done thing to admit it, but how many parents would be as happy for their kid to get educated and established as one of those types of jobs versus becoming an accountant or a computer software designer?

Only if the skilled trades are actually considered decent paths would it make sense to try to match kids suited for those jobs with a school track that gets them those certifications. Otherwise it is more like giving up on the kids or creating a permanent underclass.

Once/if the trades are seen as respectable careers, then it would make sense for the U.S. to invest in a robust system of career & technical education at the secondary school level.[/quote]

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