CONVERSATION - 14th WEEK

Many American schools place a strong emphasis on sports, with competitive athletics in school culture.

Charter schools are publicly funded but operate independently, with no flexibility in curriculum and administration.

The United States has a mix of public, private, and charter schools.

Homeschooling is legal in most of all 50 states in the U.S. and has been growing in popularity in recent years.

Some community colleges in the United States offer free tuition, but the vast majority are not free.

In the U.S.A., parents who choose homeschool have the flexibility to design their own curriculum and teaching methods.

Public schools are funded by the government and open to American students.

College admissions in the U.S.A. involves a review of applicants: extracurricular activities, letters of recommendation.

National government sets educational standards and curricula in the United States.

American schools often embrace multiculturalism and promote tolerance and understanding among students.