I note that is not a policy basis. That is some research that he is quoting from there. That said, what other options were considered to reduce teacher workloads, such as using more teachers' assistants or increasing administration staff rather than cutting instructional hours?
Julie Green on Question 540-18(2): Student Instructional Hours In Schools
In the Legislative Assembly on February 8th, 2017. See this statement in context.
Question 540-18(2): Student Instructional Hours In Schools
Oral Questions
February 7th, 2017
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