Tracking

The first educational issue presentation was on tracking. Tracking is when students are placed with other students who are of the same ability achievement. There are pros and cons that can be presented in the subject of tracking. In some ways, I can see where it could be positive, when students can advance at their own pace rather than having to try to keep up with their peers, and being intimidated by the environment around them. However, it can also have negative effects,such as making the students feel bad about themselves as well as making them set lower goals or expectations of themselves.