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How Much Do Countries Spend on Education, USD per student, PPP (purchasing power parity) converted (reddthat.com)

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Source: https://www.smartick.com/data/how-much-do-countries-spend-on-education/

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[–] [email protected] 85 points 6 months ago (8 children)

Remember, just because the money is spent, it doesn't mean it is spent well. I'm sure a lot of the US dollars are fed into sports programs and other spending, and not directly towards efforts that would benefit the most students or workers.

[–] Poiar 21 points 6 months ago (2 children)

Yeah, also salaries are wildly different between these countries. This is a really not apples to apples

[–] [email protected] 23 points 6 months ago (1 children)

This is PPP (purchasing power parity), so that gap should be corrected at least partially

[–] [email protected] 1 points 6 months ago

Nah, that spins average income. US teachers are paid so low it's like victimization.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 6 months ago (1 children)

You're right, teacher salaries are lower in the US than many of these countries.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 6 months ago

Montana starting teacher salaries are on par almost with Luxembourg teens working the first day of their first job. One of these needs a 4yr degree and the trust to work with developing minds; can you spot which one?

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