Marva Collins 1995 Part 2

Summary

The script discusses Marva Collins' educational approach, which challenges the notion of learning disabilities. Despite criticisms, her students, many from disadvantaged backgrounds, excel academically and personally. The script highlights the success of her graduates, who have avoided crime and achieved professional success, with some still in college or pursuing further education.

Takeaways

• 📚 The script discusses the impact of Marva Collins' teaching methods on students, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
• 🤔 Charles Marie, author of 'The Bell Curve', is mentioned as having doubts about Marva Collins' claims, but his skepticism is countered by the success of her students.
• 👩‍🏫 Marva Collins' teaching approach involves clear and lucid communication, with an emphasis on high expectations and no tolerance for self-pity.
• 🏫 Westside Prep is a school that follows Marva Collins' methods, with a focus on rigorous academics and no distractions like sports, art, or recess.
• 👦👧 The students at Westside Prep, ranging from four to older, are shown to be engaged and successful, with many coming from middle-class backgrounds and some attending for free.
• 🏛️ The school's methods are compared to traditional education, highlighting the stark contrast in expectations and outcomes.
• 🏢 Funding for the World School comes from the Justice Department, indicating a belief in the potential of education to combat drugs and crime.
• 👮‍♂️ Many of Marva Collins' graduates have successful careers, including law enforcement, business, and education, contrary to what might be expected in their communities.
• 📈 A professional statistician, Dr. Guy Stewart, analyzed the outcomes of Marva Collins' graduates, finding that none were dead, in prison, or on welfare, which is statistically significant.
• 🌟 The script highlights the personal aspirations and achievements of several former students, showing their continued success and contributions to society.

Q & A

Who is the author of 'The Bell Curve' mentioned in the transcript?

Charles Murray is the author of 'The Bell Curve' mentioned in the transcript.

What criticism does Charles Murray have about Marva Collins' graduates?

Charles Murray claims that there is no hard evidence of success for Marva Collins' graduates.

How does Marva Collins respond to the lack of hard evidence criticism?

Marva Collins states that she and her students are living proof of her method's success and invites skeptics to come and see the results for themselves.

What is the emphasis in the kindergarten at Westside Prep?

The emphasis in the kindergarten at Westside Prep is on clear and lucid communication.

Who is the principal of Westside Prep’s second campus on Chicago’s South Side?

The principal of Westside Prep’s second campus is Marva Collins' son, Patrick.

How does Patrick Collins encourage students to attempt tasks?

Patrick Collins encourages students to make an attempt at tasks, stating that even if they fail, at least they have tried.

Who are the students at Westside Prep, and what is the tuition cost?

Many students at Westside Prep come from middle-class backgrounds with a tuition of about $4,000 a year. Poorer students pay much less, and the poorest receive free education.

What unique subjects and activities are included in Marva Collins' curriculum?

Marva Collins' curriculum includes plenty of Shakespeare, but no sports, art, recess, or nonsense, and emphasizes no self-pity.

What is the Justice Department’s involvement with the Wells School?

The Justice Department funds the Wells School as a pilot project to see if education can beat drugs and crime.

What statistics were provided by Dr. Guy Stewart about Marva Collins' graduates?

Dr. Guy Stewart provided statistics showing that none of Marva Collins' graduates have been murdered, imprisoned, or are on welfare, contrary to what might be statistically expected.

What are some professions Marva Collins' graduates have pursued?

Professions pursued by Marva Collins' graduates include police officer, corrections officer, office manager, sales, restaurant buyer, and working in a brokerage house.

What are the future aspirations of Marva Collins' graduates?

Future aspirations include obtaining a master's degree, working with the Nation of Islam in agriculture, starting a clothing line, opening a school, working in the church, and opening a long-term homeless shelter.