January 17 2024- The author reflects on their educational experiences in Spain and the United States. Having lived in Spain from ages 6 to 14, the author attended an international school in Madrid following a British curriculum. The school had a small student body, providing a close-knit environment. Upon returning to the U.S. and starting high school in Georgia, the author encountered a significant contrast with a much larger student population.
The author compares the educational systems in the two countries, noting the diverse subjects and language learning in the Spanish system. They emphasize the importance of understanding history and knowing multiple languages in a globalized world. However, in the U.S., the author found a more limited curriculum, with coaches teaching some classes and a lack of depth in certain subjects. The author expresses frustration with classes that relied on movies instead of teaching, highlighting the disparity in the educational experience between the two countries.
