This is an article from the Davenport Democrat and Leader newspaper published on February 6, 1918. Its headline reads, "All Divided On German In the Public Schools: Authorities, However, Believe Study of Language Should be Curtailed: Favored in High School: Superintendent Smart Declares Complete Elimination Would be Unfortunate." The article portrays two viewpoints on the issue of removing German language studies from public school curriculum: one by Superintendent Smart, and one by a Dr. O. A. Dahms. Smart defends the teaching of German to all grades above the 6th because it is an important linguistic skill to have as adults. Dahms cites the lack of funding, class attendance, and public support for reasons to drop it from the curriculum. This content can be used with the following resources: SS-Gov.9-12.28: Iowa Issues and Policy This content can be used to educate students on how policy plays into decisions made inside public education systems in Iowa. It can show that while there are valid reasons to support certain curriculum, there is always the influence of money and political events that can act in opposition to the teaching of certain subjects. For any use other than instructional resources, please check with the organization that owns this item for any copyright restrictions.
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