The Ultimate Resource - Victoria's Chance

In this true story from Free To Choose Network's "Ultimate Resource," a Ghanian girl dreams of becoming a doctor. Her father, a simple fisherman, is not content with the educational status quo. He wants better for Victoria. Despite his meager income living in one of the poorest areas on earth, the father decides to send Victoria to a private school. And even though government schools are the norm in Ghana, private schools are taking hold.

This story of individual empowerment features commentary from James Tooley -- one of the most compelling voices doing scholarship in global education reform. Tooley concludes that competition is a good thing and urges us to put aside ideological baggage in order to do what's best for the world's children.

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Nonprofits & Activism

Tags:

• school choice
• public school
• private school
• education reform
• African education
• educational choice

[travz21]

When you get the government out of schooling, quality goes up. Shocking! So many people refuse to see the evidence. Awesome video.

[Morgullord]

Excellent video! I hope she accomplishes her goals and becomes what ever she wants to be (even if it is not a doctor) that will bring her happiness and her village value. Definitely re-posting this video (which will get you all of 10 views more :P )