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Best Education Essays of 2021: Our 15 Most Discussed Columns About Schools, COVID Slide, Learning Recovery & More

A full calendar year of education under COVID-19 and its variants gave rise to a wave of memorable essays in 2021, focusing both on the ongoing damage done and how to mitigate learning loss going forward.

While consensus emerged around several key themes — the need for extensive, in-depth tutoring, the possibilities presented by unprecedented millions in federal relief dollars for schools, the opportunity for education reimagined — there was far less agreement on whether to remediate or accelerate, which health and safety measures schools should employ, even how dire the shortage of teachers and school staff really is.

From grade-level standards and hygiene theater to lessons from the Spanish flu and homeschooling, here are the 15 most read and buzzed-about essays of 2021:

Analysis: Focus on Grade-Level Standards or Meet Students Where They Are? How an Unintentional Experiment Guided a Strategy for Addressing Learning Loss

Learning Recovery: What’s the best way to support learning recovery in middle-grade math? Should schools stay focused on grade-level standards while trying to address critical learning gaps as best as they can? Or should they systematically address individual students’ unfinished learning from prior years so they can ultimately catch back up — even if that means spending meaningful time teaching below-grade skills? As educators and administrators wrestle with those questions as they prepare to return to school in the fall, contributor Joel Rose offers some guidance inadvertently found in a study of Teach to One , an innovative learning model operated by New Classrooms Innovation Partners, the nonprofit where he is co-founder and CEO. That research found performance in schools with accountability systems that focused on grade-level proficiency (and thus prioritized grade-level exposure) grew 7 percentile points, while those that operated under systems that rewarded student growth (and thus prioritized individual student needs) grew 38 points. While the study was never intended to compare results across schools in this way, the stark difference between the two groups could not be ignored. Math is cumulative, and the path to proficiency often requires addressing unfinished learning from prior years. For the middle grades, administrators and policymakers would be wise to question the grade-level-only gospel as they begin to plan students’ educational recovery. Read the full analysis .

Lessons from Spanish Flu — Babies Born in 1919 Had Worse Educational, Life Outcomes Than Those Born Just Before or After. Could That Happen With COVID-19?

History: Contributor Chad Aldeman has some bad news: The effects of COVID-19 are likely to linger for decades. And if the Spanish Flu is any indication, babies born during the pandemic may suffer some devastating consequences . Compared with children born just before or after, babies born during the flu pandemic in 1919 were less likely to finish high school, earned less money and were more likely to depend on welfare assistance and serve time in jail. The harmful effects were twice as large for nonwhite children. It may take a few years to see whether similar educational and economic effects from COVID-19 start to materialize, but these are ominous findings suggesting that hidden economic factors may influence a child’s life in ways that aren’t obvious in the moment. Hopefully, they will give policymakers more reasons to speed economic recovery efforts and make sure they deliver benefits to families and children who are going to need them the most. Read the full essay .

Pittman & Darling-Hammond: Surveys Find Parents Want Bold Changes in Schools — With More Learning Inside and Outside the Classroom

Future of Education: Whatever they thought of their schools before the pandemic struck, parents now have strong opinions about what they want them to provide. They are looking beyond fall reopenings to rethink schooling, and they care about having good choices for interest-driven learning opportunities beyond the classroom . Two national parent surveys released in May shed new light on how to think about the often-used phrase “more and better learning.” Among the key findings, write contributors Karen Pittman and Linda Darling-Hammond: Parents want bold changes in schools, to make public education more equitable and learner-centered. But they also believe that home, school and extracurriculars play complementary roles in imparting the broad set of skills children need for their future success. This means educators and policymakers must support learning that extends beyond the school day, the school walls, the school staff and the traditional school approaches. Read the full essay .

High-Quality, High-Dosage Tutoring Can Reduce Learning Loss. A Blueprint for How Washington, States & Districts Can Make It Happen

Personalized Learning: There is near-unanimous, bipartisan agreement that tutoring is among the most promising, evidence-based strategies to help students struggling with learning loss . Decades of rigorous evaluations have consistently found that tutoring programs yield large, positive effects on math and reading achievement, and can even lead to greater social and motivational outcomes. It isn’t just the research community buzzing about tutoring — it is gaining momentum in policy circles, too. Which means there is a real opportunity — and responsibility — to design and deliver tutoring programs in a way that aligns with the research evidence, which is fortunately beginning to tell us more than just “tutoring works.” Contributors Sara Kerr and Kate Tromble of Results for America lay out a blueprint for how Washington, states and local school districts can make high-quality, high-dosage tutoring happen .

COVID-19 Raised Fears of Teacher Shortages. But the Situation Varies from State to State, School to School & Subject to Subject

Teacher Pipeline: Is the U.S. facing a major teacher shortage? Relatively low pay, a booming private sector and adverse working conditions in schools are all important elements in whether teaching is becoming an undesirable profession. But, writes contributor Dan Goldhaber, the factors that lead to attrition are diverse, so treating teachers as a monolith doesn’t help in crafting solutions to the real staffing challenges that some schools face. There is no national teacher labor market per se, because each state adopts its own rules for pay, licensure, tenure, pension and training requirements. And nationally, tens of thousands more people are prepared to teach than there are available positions. But while some schools have applicants lined up when an opening becomes available, others, typically those serving economically disadvantaged students, draw far fewer candidates. And schools tend to struggle to find teachers with special education or STEM training. The pandemic certainly raises concerns about teacher shortages; what is needed is a more nuanced conversation about teacher staffing to come up with more effective solutions to real problems. Read the full essay .

Clash of Cultures, Clash of Privilege — What Happened When 30 Low-Income Students of Color Were Admitted to Elite Prep Schools

Analysis: Programs like Prep for Prep and A Better Chance have long been regarded as groundbreaking solutions to the lack of diversity in the nation’s most elite prep schools. Teens who join these types of programs undergo a transfer of privilege that starts with their education and bleeds into every facet of their lives, forever altering their trajectory with opportunities that otherwise would likely be unattainable. But what assumptions do these programs subscribe to? And what lessons can be found in the experiences of the participants? In her Harvard senior thesis, contributor Jessica Herrera Chaidez followed 30 participants in a program that grants select socioeconomically disadvantaged students of color in the Los Angeles area the opportunity to attend famed independent schools. She found that the experiences of these students can be understood in various forms of twoness associated with this transfer of privilege, an internal struggle that begins with their introduction to the world of elite education and will come to mark them for their entire lives in a way that they aren’t even able to comprehend yet. Read more about her findings, and what some of these students had to say .

Steiner & Wilson: Some Tough Questions, and Some Answers, About Fighting COVID Slide While Accelerating Student Learning

Case Study: How prepared are district leaders, principals and teachers as they work to increase learning readiness for on-grade work this fall? That’s the question posed by contributors David Steiner and Barbara Wilson in a case study examining how a large urban district sought to adapt materials it was already using to implement an acceleration strategy for early elementary foundational skills in reading . Among the insights to be drawn: First, planning is critical. Leaders need to set out precisely how many minutes of instruction will be provided, the exact learning goals and the specific materials; identify all those involved (tutors, specialists, and teachers); and give them access to shared professional development on the chosen acceleration strategies. Second, this requires a sea change from business as usual, where teachers attempt to impart skill-based standards using an eclectic rather than a coherent curriculum. It is not possible to accelerate children with fragmented content. All efforts to prepare students for grade-level instruction must rest on fierce agreement about the shared curriculum to be taught in classrooms. What we teach is the anchor that holds everything else in place. Read the full essay .

Schools Are Facing a Surge of Failing Grades During the Pandemic — and Traditional Approaches Like Credit Recovery Will Not Be Enough to Manage It

Student Supports: Earlier this year, failing grades were on the rise across the country — especially for students who are learning online — and the trend threatened to exacerbate existing educational inequities. The rise in failing grades appears to be most pronounced among students from low-income households, multilingual students and students learning virtually . This could have lasting consequences: Students with failing grades tend to have less access to advanced courses in high school, and a failing grade in even one ninth-grade course can lower a student’s chances of graduating on time. Addressing the problem, though, won’t be easy. In many school systems, the rash of failed courses could overwhelm traditional approaches to helping students make up coursework they may have missed. In a new analysis, Betheny Gross, associate director of the Center on Reinventing Public Education, implored school and district leaders to be especially wary of one long-established but questionable practice: credit recovery. Read more about her warning — as well as her recommendations for how districts should seek to reverse this learning loss .

Riccards: The 1776 Report Is a Political Document, Not a Curriculum. But It Has Something to Teach Us

Analysis: The 1776 Report was never intended to stand as curriculum, nor was it designed to be translated into a curriculum as the 1619 Project was. It is a political document offered by political voices. But, writes contributor Patrick Riccards, dismissing it would be a mistake, because it provides an important lesson . The American record, whether it be measured starting in 1619 or 1776, is hopeful and ugly, inspiring and debilitating, a shining beacon and an unshakable dark cloud. American history is messy and contradictory; how we teach it, even more so. For years, we have heard how important it is to increase investment in civics education. But from #BlackLivesMatter to 2020 electioneering to even the assault on the U.S. Capitol, the basics of civics have been on display in our streets and corridors of power. What we lack is the collective historical knowledge necessary to translate civic education into meaningful, positive community change. The 1776 Report identifies beliefs espoused by our Founding Fathers and many Confederates and reflected by those who attacked the Capitol on Jan. 6. They are a part of our history that we must study, understand, contextualize and deconstruct. The 1776 Report becomes the proper close to the social studies lessons of the past four years. As the next chapter of American history is written, it is imperative to apply those lessons to significantly improve the teaching and learning of American history. Our nation’s future depends on better understanding our past .

There’s Lots of Education Data Out There — and It Can Be Misleading. Here Are 6 Questions to Ask

Student Data: Data is critical to addressing inequities in education. However, it is often misused, interpreted to fit a particular agenda or misread in ways that perpetuate an inaccurate story . Data that’s not broken down properly can hide gaps between different groups of students. Facts out of context can lead to superficial conclusions or deceptive narratives. In this essay, contributor Krista Kaput presents six questions that she asks herself when consuming data — and that you should, too .

Educators’ View: Principals Know Best What Their Schools Need. They Should Have a Central Role in Deciding How Relief Funds Are Spent

School Funding: The American Rescue Plan represents a once-in-a-generation federal commitment to K-12 schools across the country. The impact will be felt immediately: The $122 billion in direct funding will support safe school reopenings, help ensure that schools already providing in-person instruction can safely stay open and aid students in recovering from academic and mental health challenges induced and exacerbated by the pandemic. How these funds are distributed will shape the educational prospects of millions of students, affecting the country for decades to come. As they make rescue plan funding decisions, write contributors L. Earl Franks of the National Association of Elementary School Principals and Ronn Nozoe of the National Association of Secondary School Principals, states and districts should meaningfully engage and empower school principals throughout all phases of implementation. Principals, as leaders of their school buildings and staff, have unequaled insights into their individual schools’ needs and know which resources are required most urgently. Read the authors’ four recommendations for leveraging this expertise .

Case Studies: How 11 States Are Using Emergency Federal Funds to Make Improvements in College and Career Access That Will Endure Beyond the Pandemic

COVID Relief: The Governor’s Emergency Education Relief Fund gave states more than $4 billion in discretionary federal dollars to support K-12 schools, higher education and workforce initiatives. These were welcome resources, coming just as the pandemic accelerated unemployment and exacerbated declining college enrollment, hitting those from low-income backgrounds hardest. But as contributors Betheny Gross, Georgia Heyward and Matt Robinson note, most states have invested overwhelmingly in one-time college scholarships or short-term supports that will end once funds run out. In hopes of encouraging policymakers across the country to make more sustainable investments with the remaining relief funds, the trio spotlights efforts in 11 states that show promise in enduring beyond COVID-19. Read our full case study .

In Thousands of Districts, 4-Day School Weeks Are Robbing Students of Learning Time for What Amounts to Hygiene Theater

School Safety: Last April, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention made clear that having good ventilation and wearing masks consistently are far more effective at preventing the spread of COVID-19 than disinfecting surfaces. This clarification was long overdue, say contributors Robin Lake and Georgia Heyward of the Center on Reinventing Public Education, as scientists had long suspected that deep cleaning and temperature checks are more hygiene theater than a strategy for limiting the spread of an airborne virus. Thousands of school districts, however, had already built complex fall reopening plans with a full day for at-home learning. The result was a modified four-day week with students receiving significantly reduced live instruction. Eliminating a full day of in-person teaching was always a high-cost strategy from an education standpoint; now there is confirmation that it was totally unnecessary. Lake and Heyward argue that we cannot afford to throw away an entire day of learning and student support based on a false scientific premise .

Teacher’s View: How the Science of Reading Helped Me Make the Most of Limited Time With My Students & Adapt Lessons to Meet Their Needs

First Person: March 12, 2020, was contributor Jessica Pasik’s last typical day in the classroom before COVID-19 changed everything. When her district closed, she assumed, as did many, that it was a temporary precaution. But with each passing week, she worried that the growth in reading she and her first-graders had worked so hard for would fade away . Many pre-pandemic instructional approaches to teaching reading were already failing students and teachers, and the stress of COVID-19 has only exacerbated these challenges. When Pasik’s district reopened for in-person classes in the fall, they were faced with difficult decisions about how to best deliver instruction. One factor that helped streamline this transition was a grounding in the science of reading. Having extensive knowledge of what they needed to teach allowed educators to focus on how they would teach, make the most of the limited instructional time they had with students and adapt lessons to meet their needs. There are multiple factors that teachers cannot control; one person alone cannot make the systematic changes needed for all children to reach proficiency in literacy. But one knowledgeable teacher can forever change the trajectory of a student’s life. Students will face many challenges once they leave the classroom, but low literacy does not need to be one of them. Read her full essay .

Homeschooling Is on the Rise. What Should That Teach Education Leaders About Families’ Preferences?

Disenrollment: With school closures, student quarantines and tensions over mask requirements, vaccine mandates and culture war issues, families’ lives have been upended in ways few could have imagined 18 months ago. That schools have struggled to adapt is understandable, writes contributor Alex Spurrier. But for millions of families, their willingness to tolerate institutional sclerosis in their children’s education is wearing thin. Over the past 18 months, the rate of families moving their children to a new school increased by about 50 percent , and some 1.2 million switched to homeschooling last academic year. Instead of working to get schools back to a pre-pandemic normal, Spurrier says, education leaders should look at addressing the needs of underserved kids and families — and the best way to understand where schools are falling short is to look at how families are voting with their feet. If options like homeschooling, pods and microschools retain some of their pandemic enrollment gains, it could have ripple effects on funding that resonate throughout the K-12 landscape. Read the full essay .

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Essays About Education: 20 Topic Ideas For Students

Is education important? These 20 essays about education indicate that it is, and they are a great place to start with crafting your essay.

In America alone, over 50.7 million students attend public schools. The role of education in society impacts nearly every family in the country, and for that reason, it is a vital topic to discuss.

An educated population can meet its challenges head-on with a greater ability to problem-solve. Yet sometimes, writing essays about education importance is challenging for writers.

This topic is one that most people can agree on, but few people can define and expound on. If you need to write an essay on the education system and is important to society but need an essay writing prompt, this list is a good place to start. Read on to discover 20 essays about education’s importance to spark your writing creativity.

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1. Education Helps Reduce Hunger

2. the importance of education on maternal health and child survival rate, 3. the importance of education for economic growth in a community, 4. how education empowers females in a community, 5. education reduces the risk of violent extremism, 6. the impact of education on the environment, 7. the importance of education for me, 8. educated people tend to be good citizens, 9. is education the key to success, 10. education is a key to improved mental health, 11. the importance of early childhood education, 12. education helps keep people out of prison, 13. education is good for the economy, 14. education is the key to independence, 15. what is an educated person, 16. eduction exposes students to diversity, 17. education teaches critical thinking skills, 18. the importance of earning a college degree, 19. the importance of education on social development, 20. how education builds character.

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Did you know there is a tie between having a good education and having enough to eat? In one study of children in Nairobi, researchers found that a mother’s education significantly impacted whether or not the child would have problems with hunger. The more educated the mother, the better fed the child.

This problem is a complex one. Parental education impacts a child’s nutritional status, but a child’s nutritional status impacts their ability to learn. Human beings need their basic needs met first before focusing on learning about the world, so hungry children will miss out on key learning components in their academic years. This essay topic has many directions you can take it. You can focus on the importance of education to reduce the risk of hunger and the importance of nutrition to improve education outcomes.

Statistics show that children who have educated mothers are two times as likely to survive to school age than those who have uneducated mothers. Children born to mothers with 12 years of education are 30% less likely to die before reaching kindergarten than those born to mothers who have no education. Your essay could focus on the importance of education, especially female education, in that it protects the next generation from an early death. In your essay, you can explore the many reasons behind this connection.

For example, educated mothers will know more about child development and appropriate interventions in early childhood than those who are less educated. They are also more likely to have their children vaccinated against childhood illnesses than mothers who lack a high school or college education.

If you want to see a community develop a better economic status, then you need to see an improvement in its education system. An educated population is a key component of steady economic growth within a community. Your importance of education essay can discuss why this is.

When someone is educated, their income earning potential increases; when the people have more money, society also does. You can expand on statistics like this as you build this essay topic.

Essays About Education: How education empowers females in a community

Diversity and gender inclusivity are important topics in modern society, and education may be a key component. When women learn to be independent financially, they can take control of their life. In addition, educated females reduce the risk of child mortality, as previously discussed, which benefits the community as a whole.

Women who are educated can better protect their health because they have more information about nutrition and healthcare. They also tend to receive better prenatal care when pregnant, which reduces maternal fatalities. This financial independence and improved overall healthcare make education vital for the modern woman, and you can write about this in your essay.

Violent extremism, especially among religious groups, can catalyst everything from riots to wars. Poor education or no education can limit a student’s worldview to a very defined area, making them prime candidates for extremist philosophies.

Education seems to reduce the rates of extremism and raise a generation across the globe that counters these extreme views. With improved education, rates of terrorism and radical extremism may go down. The population has become more economically stable and culturally tolerant. Your essay can expound on these facts and suggest ways to improve education in challenged countries to reduce global terrorism problems.

As you look at why education matters, one surprising point to consider is the impact of education on the environment. In traditional education, teachers can educate students about environmental concerns and how they can take steps to protect the environment for future generations. In addition, people who hold degrees are statistically more likely to adopt pro-environment behaviors in their lives and business as adults.

This essay prompt can be an interesting idea for someone passionate about the environment. You can explore the idea of environmental education in the classroom and that degree-holders are more environmentally responsible than those who do not hold degrees. Both avenues will show the importance of education in building an eco-friendly community.

Many essays on the importance of education focus on the importance to society, but you can take a more personal approach to the benefits of education. This essay can discuss why education is important to you as an individual. What do you hope to accomplish with a proper education that you could not do without one?

For this topic, go beyond simply saying something broad like you want to “change the world” or focus on the “betterment of society.” Instead, make it personal. Dig into why education is the key to success for you, personally. This self-awareness will be something the reader will appreciate.

If you want a peaceful, helpful society, you need to focus on education. People with higher education are more politically active than those with minimal education. They are also more likely to file a complaint if they notice something unsafe or undesirable in their community.

In this essay, you could explore some of these statistics. Then, you could consider why educated citizens are good citizens. Finally, you could discuss how communities can continue to support education to create young people who contribute positively to the greater society.

This essay question is a good starting point because the idiom is common. To answer the question, you must first define what you mean by education and success, then show whether or not someone can be a success without education.

For many, this is a complex question. Education can play a key role in a person’s life, but is it the only key to success, or does the person need tenacity, grit, and ingenuity? This essay is an opinion piece, so decide what your opinion is and then start writing.

The modern world puts quite a bit of stress on people. Interestingly, researchers have found that higher levels of education lead to improved mental health . In your essay, you can discuss why this might be, but keep in mind that this can be a difficult relationship to pin down. The actual reason why it is true may not be something you can find.

Education is closely related to life outcomes, and improved employment and income status often lead to improved mental health. Educated people have more choices about their life paths than uneducated people, and these choices lead to better overall control over their livelihoods. As you consider this connection, you can discuss all of these in your essay.

Many education essays focus on the over-arching idea of the value of education. This essay topic will look a little more closely at an important segment of education. Children with a solid foundation of early education are better equipped to start their school journeys. These years are when children learn social and emotional skills that will help them in later classroom experiences.

The early childhood classroom also lays the groundwork for teaching children that they can learn from someone other than mom or dad. The early childhood classroom adds a layer of intervention to screen children for developmental delays and disorders that may require treatment to make education successful in later years.

While educated and uneducated people alike can end up in jail, statistics show that a good education reduces that risk significantly. The Bureau of Justice Studies found that 41% of people in jail have only some high school education or even less. These statistics show a clear correlation between education and serving jail time.

In your essay, you can discuss why this is. What is it about education that helps keep people operating within the bounds of the law? You can then tie in the importance of education as a safeguard against both unlawful behavior and incarceration.

As already mentioned in previous essay topics, educated people are more likely to be able to get a job that they enjoy. Community-wide education reduces the number of poor people in most communities. When people have an education, they can get a good-paying job more quickly. These jobs benefit the economy in two ways. First, good-paying jobs put more money into the community to spend. Fewer people in low-income brackets mean fewer people depending on government support, which costs the government money. Discuss this for an interesting essay topic.

For people to grow into independent adults with a good quality of life, they likely need some education. While you will find rags to riches stories of people who made it big without school, most people who have a good job start with a good education. A good job is a starting point to independence because it cares for the financial aspects of life, and thus education seems to be a key to independence as an adult.

This essay topic requires some development, but you can take it quite far if you make an effort. By showing how education is the key to economic stability on an individual level, you can show that it is the key to independence.

Does all education take place in the classroom? Can someone become an educated person without stepping foot in one? If you want to discuss the importance of education, this is a key starting point.

Defining an educated person can help you determine how powerful education is. It can also allow you to discover different avenues of education possible for the modern student. Remember, education is important, but it may not look the same for every person.

Essays About Education: Education exposes students to diversity

One of the benefits of education is the chance that the right school and curriculum have to teach students about other people groups and cultures. This, in turn, creates adults who are more tolerant of people who think or behave differently than them. Of course, this benefit is only possible if the student attends a diverse school or uses a culturally sensitive curriculum, but it is possible.

You could write a lengthy essay on diversity in the classroom and its importance in helping children succeed as adults. You could also discuss how teachers and schools can improve diversity, even if they can’t add more diverse students to their student bodies. With some creativity, most teachers and parents can find ways to incorporate diversity within the classroom and add this important component to their educational goals.

Education, especially higher education, doesn’t just teach facts. It teaches students how to think for themselves. These critical thinking skills can be hard to learn in real life without some training, so education is so important.

Your essay can point out some critical thinking skills school students pick up on in their schooling. You can also take about how to add critical thinking in an age-appropriate manner. Finally, you can discuss what critical thinking skills are most important to add to the curriculum.

Many of these essays on the importance of education focus primarily on high school education and below, but a college education is also important to many individuals. You can craft an interesting essay on the benefits of or importance of earning a college degree. Since some people argue that college is no longer important, this essay topic gives you a platform to explore a more controversial topic and exhibit your persuasive essay skills.

Be open to different perspectives as you write this one. While a college degree is often vital to a career, there are careers you can pursue without one. Explain the importance of education at the college level, but don’t be afraid to mention that some people won’t need to take their education that far.

Education today goes beyond simply teaching reading, writing, and arithmetic. It also teaches children how to work with one another in social environments. It teaches them to be good citizens, both local and global communities.

All of these are vital to the social development of young children. Your essay can explore the different ways school and the school environment help teach children how to be social creatures, share with others, work with others, handle conflict, and deal with big emotions.

Can you think of a time in your education when things didn’t go as planned? Maybe you had a teacher who was harder on you than was necessary. Perhaps there was a concept that you could not seem to grasp, no matter how hard you tried. These experiences build character, which is why education is so important.

This essay topic can be personal if you wish it to be. You can look at how education built your character by teaching you to persevere when the going got tough. Or, you could keep it broad and discuss ways education teaches character development. Either way, you can build a solid case for the importance of education to help develop and mold a child’s character.

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Essay Topics

120 Education Essay Topics

Education essay topics: how to choose the perfect one, education argumentative essay topics:.

The impact of standardized testing on students’ learning outcomes
The effectiveness of online learning compared to traditional classroom education
The role of technology in enhancing education
The importance of teaching critical thinking skills in schools
The benefits and drawbacks of homeschooling
The impact of school uniforms on students’ academic performance and self-expression
The necessity of teaching financial literacy in schools
The influence of social media on students’ academic performance
The pros and cons of single-sex education
The significance of arts education in fostering creativity and innovation
The role of physical education in promoting a healthy lifestyle among students
The impact of inclusive education on students with disabilities
The effectiveness of sex education programs in schools
The importance of teaching cultural diversity in schools
The role of standardized curriculum in preparing students for future careers

Education Persuasive Essay Topics:

The importance of implementing comprehensive sex education in schools
The benefits of incorporating technology in the classroom
The advantages of year-round schooling
The need for inclusive education for students with disabilities
The benefits of arts education in fostering creativity and critical thinking
The importance of teaching media literacy to combat fake news
The necessity of implementing mandatory physical education classes
The advantages of teaching coding and computer programming in schools
The need for comprehensive mental health education in schools
The benefits of implementing bilingual education programs
The importance of teaching environmental education to promote sustainability
The necessity of incorporating mindfulness and meditation practices in schools
The advantages of teaching conflict resolution and empathy skills in schools
The need for comprehensive and inclusive LGBTQ+ education in schools

Education Compare and Contrast Essay Topics:

Traditional Education vs Online Education
Public Schools vs Private Schools
Homeschooling vs Traditional Schooling
Standardized Testing vs Alternative Assessment Methods
Single-Sex Education vs Co-education
Vocational Education vs Academic Education
Montessori Education vs Traditional Education
In-person Learning vs Distance Learning
Charter Schools vs Public Schools
Early Childhood Education vs Primary Education
Special Education Inclusion vs Special Education Separate Classes
Education in Developed Countries vs Education in Developing Countries
Education in Urban Areas vs Education in Rural Areas
Education in Public Universities vs Education in Private Universities
Education in the Past vs Education in the Present

Education Informative Essay Topics:

The impact of technology on education: Advantages and disadvantages
The importance of early childhood education in cognitive development
The benefits of inclusive education for students with special needs
The role of standardized testing in evaluating student performance
The effects of homeschooling on children’s social and academic development
The significance of financial literacy education in preparing students for the future
The impact of teacher-student relationships on academic achievement
The benefits of bilingual education in a globalized world
The role of arts education in fostering creativity and critical thinking skills
The challenges and benefits of online learning in higher education
The importance of sex education in schools for promoting healthy relationships and preventing teenage pregnancy
The impact of socioeconomic status on educational opportunities and outcomes
The benefits of physical education in promoting overall health and well-being
The role of character education in developing ethical and responsible citizens
The effects of school bullying on students’ mental health and academic performance

Education Cause Effect Essay Topics:

The impact of technology on student learning outcomes
The effects of standardized testing on student motivation and performance
The influence of parental involvement on student academic achievement
The consequences of inadequate funding for schools on educational quality
The relationship between teacher-student relationships and student engagement
The effects of early childhood education on long-term academic success
The impact of school bullying on student mental health and academic performance
The consequences of high student-to-teacher ratios on classroom learning
The relationship between socioeconomic status and educational attainment
The effects of inclusive education on students with disabilities
The influence of teacher quality on student achievement
The consequences of school dropout rates on future employment opportunities
The impact of school nutrition programs on student health and academic performance
The effects of school violence on student well-being and educational outcomes
The relationship between access to educational resources and educational inequality

Education Narrative Essay Topics:

The transformative power of education: A personal journey
Overcoming obstacles in pursuit of education: My story of resilience
The role of teachers in shaping my educational experience
Learning beyond the classroom: Lessons from real-life experiences
The impact of technology on education: A personal perspective
The importance of cultural diversity in education: A personal reflection
The influence of family on my educational journey
The challenges and rewards of homeschooling: A personal narrative
The power of mentorship in shaping my educational goals
The role of extracurricular activities in my overall education
The impact of studying abroad on my personal growth and education
The significance of inclusive education: A personal narrative
The value of lifelong learning: My continuous educational journey
The impact of standardized testing on my educational experience
The role of education in shaping my career aspirations

Education Opinion Essay Topics:

The benefits and drawbacks of online learning in the modern education system
The role of technology in enhancing classroom instruction
The effectiveness of homework in promoting student learning
The benefits and challenges of inclusive education for students with disabilities
The role of arts education in fostering creativity and innovation
The influence of socioeconomic status on educational opportunities and outcomes
The importance of teaching financial literacy in schools
The impact of social media on students’ mental health and academic performance
The benefits and drawbacks of single-sex education
The role of standardized curriculum in promoting educational equity
The effectiveness of early childhood education in preparing children for school
The importance of teaching cultural diversity and inclusivity in schools

Education Evaluation Essay Topics:

The effectiveness of online learning in comparison to traditional classroom education
Evaluating the impact of standardized testing on student learning outcomes
Assessing the effectiveness of inclusive education for students with special needs
The role of technology in enhancing educational experiences
Evaluating the effectiveness of teacher training programs in improving classroom instruction
Assessing the impact of homework on student achievement
The effectiveness of school vouchers in improving educational opportunities
Evaluating the influence of parental involvement on student academic performance
Assessing the effectiveness of early childhood education programs in preparing children for school
The impact of class size on student engagement and learning outcomes
Evaluating the effectiveness of bilingual education in promoting language acquisition
Assessing the impact of school uniforms on student behavior and academic performance
The effectiveness of character education programs in fostering positive values and ethics
Evaluating the influence of socioeconomic status on educational attainment
Assessing the effectiveness of alternative education models, such as Montessori or Waldorf, in meeting student needs

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73 College Education Essay Topic Ideas & Examples

🏆 best college education topic ideas & essay examples, 🥇 interesting topics to write about college education, 🎓 good research topics about college education.

Should a College Education Be Available to All People for Free? Many students are finding it hard to graduate because of financial constraints, even though the government offers financial support.
College Tuition Should Not Rise Students who excel in their studies after the first year of college should be given more financial assistance to encourage them to study.
Utilitarians and College Education The purpose of this paper is to discuss the value of education in utilitarianism and to answer the question of whether a utilitarian can argue that going to college is morally wrong.
Opportunity Cost in Higher Education For instance, going to school would deny the student the opportunity to work. However, the opportunity cost is not the sum of all the other things the student would have done.
College Education vs. Real Business World Experience Prepare for job requirements in a constantly changing marketplace in the 20th century, a high school diploma was usually enough to assure American employers that job applicants could handle most basic functions.
Successful Study Habits for College Students The researchers contended that the environment in which students study and their participation in other activities are critical determinants of their success in career and employment.
Should College Tuition Be Free: University Education In the view of compromised quality of education, tuition fee should not be free. Thus, tuition fee should not be free because the fee contributes significantly to the development of educational facilities and saves the […]
College Education and Family Foundation However, it is always essential for a person to be able to evaluate the information they have and decide whether they need it or not.
College Education in the United States However, college education is necessary to expand personal horizons and increase the overall level of erudition. Thus, the purpose of the college is to teach people how to learn.
College Tuition Fees: The Unprecedented Growth The constant growth in college fees that increase at rates disproportional to inflation poses a challenge for those who want to get a high quality education.
What Do You Mean by College Tuition Cost? College tuition costs pertains to the charge that a student is obliged to compensate for enrolling and going to public or private colleges.
Attending Community College: Pursuing Higher Education This is captured in the report on ‘Education Attainment in the United States,’ which revealed that holders of a master’s degree earned $70, 000 more than their counterparts with less than a high-school diploma.
Free or Low-Cost Education at the Secondary Level Overall, although free education seems to be an ideal solution to the problem discussed above, it is not necessarily easy to realize it in reality without impacting the quality of education negatively.
American Colleges: Types, Education and Rewards One of the oldest educational institutions for higher learning in the United States was Harvard University, which was established mainly to prepare citizens, the cream of nation, for the ministry and high-ranking posts in the […]
Higher Education Administration: The College of Business at the UCCS In this paper, the College of Business at the University of Colorado – Colorado Springs will be thoroughly studied to understand if the institutional mission aligns with the mission of the department.
Educational Tests: Toddlers and College Students The collection of standardized data regarding the quality of the learning environment prepared for young children is the intended purpose of this test.
American Aviation Colleges Tuition Fee In this research, I intend to find out the average tuition cost for a four-year aviation management course in the American Aviation Colleges.
Adam Davidson: Is College Tuition Really Too High In particular, the writer notes that public funds are usually transferred to the most prosperous classes of the community. The problem is that they do not have the opportunity to pay the price of a […]
College Education: Controversy and Its Sources The outcome and the quality of lives after the attainment of the college schooling determine whether it is worth pursuing. Graduates are therefore not guaranteed to get their expected jobs, a factor that makes the […]
The Impact of Demand on College Tuition The price of a college education is the tuition the students are required to pay while the quantity demanded is represented by the number of enrollments.
Personal Responsibility in College Education Personal responsibility involves understanding of the effect of one’s actions on the welfare of others and acceptance of one’s mistakes and failures. In addition, it refers to the attitude of accepting one’s mistakes and looking […]
College Majors and Its Role in Education and Work This implied that, what mattered most was the value of higher education to enable an individual to apply mastery in accomplishing a variety of duties in different fields.
Current State of Education: College Pressures On the contrary, it should provide students with a possibility to try their skills and abilities and understand what they are capable of. In addition, financial factors should also be reconsidered for students to understand […]
Is College Education Worth the Money Not only are people in contemporary society raised and conditioned to believe that one needs college education to succeed in life, but the stiff competition for the few job openings available continue to inform the […]
Education in Saudi Arabia: College Teachers and College Problems Speaking of the current state of the college teachers in Saudi Arabia, it is possible to say that despite they strive to follow the footprints of the European countries, they are still facing the difficulties […]
Is College Education Appropriate or Should It Be Mandatory Even though college education is identified to be beneficial to the individuals who attain such qualifications as well as to the society in general, there are some dangers that are associated with attending college.
Analysis of College Education A need to reduce the cost of college education in the country is necessary. The introduction of online education can also be integral in reducing the cost of college education.
The Value of Liberal Arts Education in College or University This paper will argue that liberal arts education should be encouraged since it adds value to society by offering the ideal college experience that promotes intellectual growth, personal development, and the acquisition of a wide […]
Should Every American Have a One-Year College Education Every American should have a one year college education in order to participate in rebuilding the economy of the country. The outcomes of the one year college education are great and have put some people […]
Allocating Government Education Expenditures Across K-12 and College Education
Assets and Liabilities, Race/Ethnicity, and Children’s College Education
Balancing School and Work for Students Pursuing College Education
Career, Career Interests, and the Value of a College Education
College Education and Social Trust: Evidence-Based Study on the Causal Mechanisms
Correlation Between College Education and Students’ Career
Impact of College Education on the Middle Class
College Education Has Changed Over the Years
The Relations Between College Education and Wages in the U.K.
College Education Comparison Between America and Vietnam
Importance of College Education for Prison Inmates
College Education Has Become a Minimum Requirement
Why College Education Isn’t for Everyone
College Education: People Can Succeed Without One
Analysis of College Education’s Socioeconomic Importance
College Education: Professional Preparation or Social Integration
Reasons Why College Education Still Worth It for Everyone
College Education Raises the Chances of Earning More in the Future
Comparison of College Education and High School
College Education Should Not Be the Main Requirement for a Job
Credit Constraints and Human Capital Investment in College Education
College Education Should Not Be Free
Different Selections for College Education
College Education: The Worthwhile Choice?
Education Problems With the College Education System
College Experience: The Benefits of a College Education
Why Cultural Diversity Is Important in a College Education
Whether College Education Is Worth the Investment of Time, Money, and Energy
Getting Into Debt for a College Education
Good Things Derived From a College Education
Important Skills for Gaining Success in College Education
Making America Great Again With Free Community College Education
Parental Credit Constraints and Children’s College Education
Prisoners Should Not Receive a Free College Education
Reasons Supporting Mandatory of College Education
Social Inequalities and Failures in College Education
Sorting, Selection, and Transformation of Return to College Education in China
Student Debt and Its Effect on College Education
The Athletic Advantage Within a College Education
The Costs and Worth of a College Education
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Education Essay Samples: Choose Yours to Get A+

What is an essay on education?

It’s a paper that students write in school or college to tell why education is important (1). The rules of structuring and formatting it are standard:

Hook readers and introduce a thesis.
Provide arguments and evidence in the body to support your statement.
Write a conclusion restating the thesis and summarizing the body.

In this article, you’ll find three samples of education essays. All are of different lengths. Choose one that fits your assignment best, and feel free to use it as an example for writing your paper like a boss.

Importance of Education: Essay (250 words)

When asked to write an essay about the importance of education, check this sample for inspiration.

College Essay on Importance of Education (300 words)

A 300-word paper has a more complex structure. You can divide it into three paragraphs. Or, create a five-paragraph story with three parts in a body. It all depends on how you craft a thesis and how many arguments you have.

Bonus: How to Write a 300 Words Essay

500 Word Essay on Why Education Is Important

“Why is education important” essay can be long, too. If you get an assignment to write a 500+ word paper on this topic, here you have a sample to check.

What is education essay?

It is a short academic paper students write in school or college to explain the importance of education to the audience. It has a corresponding thesis statement and requires arguments and evidence to prove its relevance.

What is the purpose of education essay?

The purpose (2) is to explain the role of education and persuade readers of this idea with arguments and evidence.

When writing, a student can use facts, statistics, and examples to support the arguments. Topics are numerous, but all relate to the idea that education is crucial for young generations and society in general.

How long is an essay on why education is important?

The length varies from 150 to 750 words. It depends on the assignment or how in-depth you intend to go on the topic and structure your academic paper.

Thus, a 150-word paper will be one paragraph, which is prevalent for middle school students. For 500-word essays, the structure is as follows: education essay introduction, body, and conclusion.

The longer your essay, the more structured and in-depth it will be.

Ready to Write Your Essay on Education?

I hope the examples from this article have helped you learn how to write an essay on importance of education. Whatever the length, please structure it accordingly: Follow the rules of academic writing. Use arguments and provide evidence.

An essay on education isn’t that challenging to write. Don’t be afraid to share your thoughts on the topic. Even a controversial idea works if you know how to spark readers with it.

References:

https://www.uopeople.edu/blog/10-reasons-why-is-education-important/
https://kinginstitute.stanford.edu/king-papers/documents/purpose-education
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Essays on Education

Education is a direct and essential instrument for any society through which the latter shapes its future. Given how high the stakes are, it is subject to permanent updates. An education essay normally investigates various aspects of the educational process, typically, in an attempt to understand or raise awareness about existing problems. Among the recurring education topics, one can list the study of education efficiency in terms of time, resources, effort, both from the instructor’s and the student’s perspective, whether it reflects principles like equality, whether it is in tune with society’s current demands or beliefs. Check out the topics listed below but also note the content, structure, and writing style of the essays provided.

Why I Want to Become a Teacher: a Personal Journey

Teaching is a noble profession that has the power to shape the future of individuals and society. This essay explores my personal journey and the profound reasons behind my desire to become a teacher, highlighting the impact I aspire to make in the lives of...

Should Homework Be Banned: Exploring the Debate

Homework has long been a contentious issue in the realm of education. While it has been a staple of the academic experience for generations, its effectiveness and impact on students have been debated vigorously. Advocates argue that homework reinforces learning and fosters important life skills,...

Why Do I Want to Study Abroad

Studying abroad is a dream I have nurtured for years, and it represents an important chapter in my academic and personal journey. The decision to study in a foreign country is not one I take lightly, and it is grounded in a deep-seated desire for...

Unique Opportunities and Challenges During High School

High school is a pivotal period in the lives of young individuals, marked by both unique opportunities and challenges that shape their personal and academic development. It is a time of self-discovery, academic growth, and the formation of lifelong friendships. This essay explores the distinctive...

My Leadership Experience in College

College life is not just about academics; it's also an opportunity to develop essential life skills, including leadership. During my time in college, I had the privilege of engaging in various leadership roles and experiences that profoundly shaped my personal and professional growth. In this...

Is College Worth the Cost

The pursuit of higher education has long been considered a pathway to personal and professional success. However, the rising costs of college tuition have sparked a heated debate about whether the investment in a college education is truly worth it. In this essay, we will...

The Role and Controversy Surrounding Standardized Tests

Standardized tests, often at the center of educational debate, play a pivotal role in assessing students' knowledge and abilities. This essay delves into the world of standardized tests, examining their history, impact on education, and the ongoing controversy surrounding their use. Standardized tests have a...

Why College is Important for Personal and Professional Development

College education has long been considered a cornerstone of personal growth and professional development. In this essay, we will explore the multifaceted reasons why college is crucial for individuals seeking to expand their horizons, cultivate essential skills, and embark on successful careers. One of the...

The Role of Student Council in the University

Student councils are the beating heart of university campuses, serving as the voice of the student body, fostering engagement, and nurturing leadership skills among students. In this essay, we will explore the vital role that student councils play in the university setting, examining their functions,...

Why College Should Be Free: an Investment in Education and Society

Access to quality education is a fundamental right that should be available to all, irrespective of their socioeconomic background. However, the rising costs of higher education have made it increasingly difficult for many individuals to pursue a college degree. In this essay, we will explore...

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