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Retired Teacher Defends Modern Education Against Misconceptions

12/10/2025

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A retired teacher challenges John Harris's claim that current education methods involve merely shouting at students.
The teacher argues that shouting has never been acceptable and reflects a broader concern about misconceptions in teaching.
Other letters in the publication touch on cricket in schools and Donald Trump's controversial FIFA recognition, showing reader diversity.
The article highlights ongoing discourse about education and societal issues in the UK.

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Story summary

A retired teacher challenges John Harris's claim that current education methods involve merely shouting at students.
The teacher argues that shouting has never been acceptable and reflects a broader concern about misconceptions in teaching.
Other letters in the publication touch on cricket in schools and Donald Trump's controversial FIFA recognition, showing reader diversity.
The article highlights ongoing discourse about education and societal issues in the UK.