Reducing class sizes criticized as ineffective

Spain's new education minister, Milagros Tolón, has praised the reduction of class sizes as a highly demanded and expected measure by teachers. However, numerous studies have shown that this policy has little to no effect on educational outcomes and is costly compared to other more effective measures. Critics argue that the policy is more about political appeasement than educational improvement, with the opposition likely to bear the brunt of any backlash.

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