A recent report by Kyungae Chae and Ricki Ginsberg highlights that U.S. high school curricula remain largely unchanged, with classics such as 'The Great Gatsby' and 'Of Mice and Men' still being assigned widely. This consistency occurs amidst a troubling decline in reading habits among young Americans. Concerns abound that these literary classics, once relatable, now feel distant and inaccessible in a diverse, polarized society. Some believe this stagnation may limit the evolution of literature education and the engagement of students with contemporary themes.
The recent report found little movement in U.S. high school curricula, with classics like 'The Great Gatsby' and 'Of Mice and Men' still dominating assignments.
Many educators express concern about declining reading habits among young Americans and the potential effects of cultural conservatism on the curriculum.
There is a significant worry that books that used to resonate with students feel inaccessible today, limiting the evolution of literary education.
Some suggest that in a diverse and polarized nation, the inertia in English curriculum may hinder engagement with contemporary and diverse literature.
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