Out of Pocket: German School Fights Lateness with Fines
The hallways of the Dürer Gymnasium in Nuremberg are becoming a little quieter in the mornings. The reason? A new policy with teeth: students who arrive late or skip school are now facing the consequences
What are alternative strategies to fines that Dürer Gymnasium could consider to address tardiness and absenteeism, and what might be the advantages and disadvantages of each?
Joining us today to discuss this new, and some might say controversial, policy is Dr. Schmidt, an education expert. Dr. Schmidt, Dürer Gymnasium in Nuremberg has taken a hardline stance against tardiness and absenteeism by imposing fines. What are your thoughts on this approach – will it motivate students or alienate them?
