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Recently I copied a page out of a book in a middle-school Library, a recent look at a small slice of ancient Chinese History. In the book the author pointed out one of the thoughts of the man reputed to be the first sovereign emperor of China (Ch'in Shih Huang Ti - about 2200 years ago). It was his opinion that people were much easier to control if they were kept ignorant. Thomas Jefferson's opinion was that, in order for the "Republic" to function properly, a well-educated public would be required.

I leave it to others to decide which viewpoint seems to predominant in our leaders (educators) of today.

My wife was an English teacher in Indiana and 3 years ago we moved to California. She was able to teach on a temporary credential for two years.

When she asked about what was required to get permanently certified she found that it would take 54 more semester hours. Many of the classes required were classes that didn't exist when she was in school; Women's Studies, Black Studies and Latino/Gay/Minority studies.

It is clear they don't want you teaching unless you know the party-line.