Japan Might Be What Equality in Education Looks Like [TheAtlantic.com]
In many countries, the United States included, students’ economic backgrounds often determine the quality of the education they receive. Richer students tend to go to schools funded by high property taxes , with top-notch facilities and staff that help them succeed. In districts where poorer students live, students often get shoddy facilities, out-of-date textbooks, and fewer guidance counselors. [For more of this story, written by Alana Semuels, go to ...