Frames: This youtube video is framed by people who support the ideology
that public schools are just as good as private schools. The people who are
quoted in this article are professors of education, academic advisors,
parents, and the students themselves. Contrary to popular belief that
private schools are more qualified in providing academic instruction,
studies are showing that there is "no significant difference between how
well kids do given their socioeconomic backgrounds, their family
backgrounds in private schools and in public schools," as stated by
Martin Carnoy, professor of education. This particular study reports that
"success in school and later in life isn't a matter of public vs. private
school" (Carnoy, 2007). So then what does help kids to succeed? KCRA
reporter states, "When parents get involved in their child's education,
that's what helps kids the most" (2007). The frame depicted throughout
this video report encompass the belief that public schools are as able as
private schools in academically preparing students.
What's Left Out: The viewpoint coming from students, parents, and
teachers from private schools are not included in this report. It would
have been interesting to hear the opinions and comments of those who
attend private schools. We were able to hear a lot from those who go to
public schools, so it would have been nice to get the perspective of
someone attending private school.
Ideologies: A major ideology that permeates this video report is the belief
that money cannot buy a better education. Parents and teachers alike
voice their opinions during the report proving that paying lots of money
for their children to attend private schools does not necessarily mean
that it is better for them. This ideology is highly evident, especially within
our capitalistic society. People equate worth with monetary value, which
is not always the case. Another ideology those in this report hold is the
belief that public education is more liked by students, that it is less strict,
and therefore easier than the more challenging private schools.
