Education and Youth
Pattern persists across urban/rural areas and by gender
April 23, 2008Despite China’s legendary educational system, more Indians (77%) than Chinese (66%) say they are satisfied with their schools -- an important factor as both economic giants continue to grow their well-educated workforces.
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Private school parents more positive than public school parents about their kids' education
September 5, 2007A Gallup analysis finds that parents with children who attend private, parochial, or who are home schooled to be more positive than public school parents about the quality of their children's education, and less likely to be concerned for their children's safety at school. Americans continue to be more dissatisfied than satisfied with the quality of education in the U.S., while most parents remain satisfied with their own children's education.
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Relieved because their kids are bored, should be learning
September 4, 2007Fifty-three percent of parents with children in kindergarten through 12th grade say they are relieved that summer vacation is over and that their children are going back to school; 42% say they wish summer vacation would last longer. When asked why they are relieved, parents most often say their children are bored or should be at school learning or developing their education skills.
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August 15, 2007Parents are fairly content with the food that their kids' schools are serving up.
July 27, 2007Malaysia is cracking down on bloggers as online criticism of the government grows.
May 2, 2007Gallup asked Americans about their views on what should be done on college campuses to increase security.
April 25, 2007Has the U.S. made progress or lost ground in dealing with illegal immigration? Should it allow illegal immigrants to be given a path to citizenship? The American public answers these questions and more.
April 17, 2007In the wake of the tragic event that took place at Virginia Tech on Monday, Gallup shares Americans' thoughts on gun control.
April 12, 2007What do you consider to be the top problem in America today? Gallup takes an in-depth look at the top five issues Americans think the country is facing today.
April 5, 2007Gallup asks Americans their views on the environment.
