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Ukrainian Teacher Exposes Reality of Overcrowded Classrooms, Sparking Debate on Educational Reform
Kyiv, Ukraine – A recent video shared by Ukrainian teacher Diana Serhiivna has brought to light the ongoing challenges faced by educators regarding class sizes, stirring discussion among parents and teachers alike. Serhiivna, known online as 'sergiivna_teacher,' highlighted a significant discrepancy between the educational reform guidelines, which state that classes should ideally not exceed 24 students, and the current reality in many Ukrainian schools. In her video, Serhiivna explained, "According to the educational reform, a class should have no more than 24 children. Sounds good, right? This number allows for an individual approach, attention to everyone, and a more or less comfortable learning environment." However, she quickly contrasted this ideal with her daily experience. "In many schools, classes of 24 students simply don't exist. For example, I have over 30-34 students, and my colleagues have 32, 36." Serhiivna detailed the implications of these large class sizes for teachers. "Organizing the attention of such a large number of children is a challenge. Individual approach? Yes, we try, but physically it becomes almost impossible. Noise, constant interaction, control – everything falls on the shoulders of one teacher." To cope with these demanding conditions, Serhiivna shared strategies employed by teachers, including establishing very clear rules, implementing class rituals, utilizing group assignments to foster mutual help among students, and adopting technology like online tests for quick feedback to save time. Despite these efforts, she concluded by posing a critical question to the educational system: "We cope because there's no other way, but the question remains – is this fair to our children and to us, the teachers?" The video underscores a broader concern within the Ukrainian education system about the practical implementation of reforms and the resources allocated to ensure quality learning environments for students and manageable workloads for teachers.
