Debate: Should School Time Be Increased?

Practice makes perfect—but only if there’s enough time to practice. A study on learning time found that students across the U.S. spend very different amounts of time in school, which raises questions about fairness and learning opportunities. Some experts say longer school days or years help students catch up and achieve more, especially when paired with extra support like tutoring. Others believe schools should focus on using the time they already have more wisely. Listen to learn what researchers discovered about time in school, and then debate: Should school time be increased?