Education is said to be one of the most important investments anyone could make. Why then is education’s funding constantly being cut? The problem is that investing in education, as compared to other options, is a long process in which the results take much longer to perceive. Humans, generally not the most patient of animals, find it easier to invest in more accepted ventures, such as transportation, which yield real-time visual improvements. Therefore, most government officials choose to take an easy route, one that makes voters happy. Jakaya Kikwete wrote How to Transform an Education System in hopes of persuading his audience of the idea that, despite requiring unpopular trade-offs and a prolonged amount of time, investing in education
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Ethos is the most recognizable appeal present in his article. As Kikwete introduces education’s ability to redefine a country’s fate, he says, “This is what happened in my country, Tanzania” (par. 4). Kikwete is from Tanzania, and, therefore, he knows more about that country’s reform than those who are not. The author’s attempts to prove his credibility do not end there. Kikwete makes it known that he held a high leadership position in Tanzania. Within the article, he states, “as president of Tanzania, [I made] education my No. 1 priority” (Kikwete par. 8). Kikwete also points out his observations as president, he explains, “I have seen firsthand how governments’ desire to move education up their list of priorities is thwarted by fear of budgetary shortfalls and domestic pressure” (par. 11). Along with being a citizen and president of Tanzania, he is also a member of the International Commission on Financing Global Education Opportunity. All of these uses of ethos within the article fortify his credibility for his audience and, thus, assist his ability to persuade his …show more content…
If I had any jurisdiction, this article would have made me question possible actions I could take in order to better my country’s education. By continually addressing the importance of education, which is the most important value within his paper, Kikwete insures that his audience is reinforced of the significance of this common assumption. He also focuses on budget norms which traditionally jeopardize educational advancements. This made me look negatively towards some of the current budget allocations in the U.S. and hope for a departure from this norm; which is exactly what Kikwete wanted from his audience. The most successful tactic Kikwete utilizes is his credibility. After realizing he was president of Tanzania, I had no reason to doubt or question his promotion of education. Kikwete also has remarkable statistics, which effectively convinced me that educational reform is vital. Everything considered, Kikwete’s article compels his audience to do their part in putting education first by investing in
Ethos is the most recognizable appeal present in his article. As Kikwete introduces education’s ability to redefine a country’s fate, he says, “This is what happened in my country, Tanzania” (par. 4). Kikwete is from Tanzania, and, therefore, he knows more about that country’s reform than those who are not. The author’s attempts to prove his credibility do not end there. Kikwete makes it known that he held a high leadership position in Tanzania. Within the article, he states, “as president of Tanzania, [I made] education my No. 1 priority” (Kikwete par. 8). Kikwete also points out his observations as president, he explains, “I have seen firsthand how governments’ desire to move education up their list of priorities is thwarted by fear of budgetary shortfalls and domestic pressure” (par. 11). Along with being a citizen and president of Tanzania, he is also a member of the International Commission on Financing Global Education Opportunity. All of these uses of ethos within the article fortify his credibility for his audience and, thus, assist his ability to persuade his …show more content…
If I had any jurisdiction, this article would have made me question possible actions I could take in order to better my country’s education. By continually addressing the importance of education, which is the most important value within his paper, Kikwete insures that his audience is reinforced of the significance of this common assumption. He also focuses on budget norms which traditionally jeopardize educational advancements. This made me look negatively towards some of the current budget allocations in the U.S. and hope for a departure from this norm; which is exactly what Kikwete wanted from his audience. The most successful tactic Kikwete utilizes is his credibility. After realizing he was president of Tanzania, I had no reason to doubt or question his promotion of education. Kikwete also has remarkable statistics, which effectively convinced me that educational reform is vital. Everything considered, Kikwete’s article compels his audience to do their part in putting education first by investing in