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John Dewey, American philosopher, educator, and writer, is attributed with the statement that "Education is not preparation for life; education is life itself." This study demonstrates the need to increase achievement and success rates by cultivating the potential of students and teachers. There is a relationship between the level of teacher qualification and student achievement. A quality education helps to shape young minds for success and leads to higher achievement. It also improves the quality of life within all segments of society. Life is learning and learning is life. In the lifelong process of learning, it is imperative that we continue to evolve and to become successful agents of social and academic change. A quality education is a key element in the process. Education is a privilege to which every human is entitled and through which life is made better. Individuals, regardless of their abilities or disabilities, are capable of learning and improving their quality of life through education. However, qualified teachers are needed to provide quality education, to increase academic achievement, and to continually produce qualified and productive members of society.

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Dr. Kenyatta Arnette earned his Ph.D. from Capella University in Minneapolis, Minnesota. As a community activist for social and political awareness and for educational reform and transformation, he is dedicated and committed to the pursuit of academic excellence for all learners. A quality education is key to social change and improvement.

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