The given text seems to be a transcript of a conversation or a speech. The speaker, presumably a mathematician, is discussing various topics related to education, especially in the context of Russia.
The speaker begins by welcoming Alexia Savateeva, a Doctor of Physics and Mathematics Sciences, to the Math Cult. The speaker expresses disappointment with the state of education, including mathematics, and mentions that Alexey has promised to discuss this topic in detail.
The speaker then shifts to a more political discussion, expressing frustration with the situation in Russia, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. He mentions that he has attempted to influence decisions through letters and other means, but acknowledges that his influence is limited.
The speaker criticizes the education programs of various political parties, arguing that they often lack substance and are filled with incorrect or harmful statements. He mentions a program by Kuzminov, criticizing it for containing inaccurate information and damaging statements.
The speaker then discusses the salaries of teachers in rural areas, arguing that they are much lower than they should be. He criticizes the digitalization programs in schools, arguing that they are costly and not being used effectively.
The speaker proposes a two-year moratorium on teacher reporting, arguing that this will allow for a clearer understanding of what kind of reporting is actually required. He also suggests that the salaries of teachers should be significantly increased.
The speaker concludes by criticizing the state of education in Russia, arguing that it is overly influenced by bureaucracy and ineffective policies. He suggests that the situation is so dire that it is almost impossible for him to find good schools, even after visiting hundreds of them.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The text is a transcript of a video by Alexey Savateev, a Russian mathematician and popularizer of science.
2. The video is about the problems of education in Russia, especially in rural areas and during the pandemic.
3. Savateev criticizes the authorities and experts who promote digitalization, new pedagogy and individual approach to each child, while neglecting the quality and salaries of teachers.
4. Savateev proposes his own education program, which includes removing the current experts from decision-making, increasing the teacher's salaries and status, reducing the bureaucratic reporting, and restoring the classical school system.
5. Savateev also mentions his involvement in politics and his influence on some decisions, such as stopping the quarantine in Moscow in 2020.
6. The video is part of a club television project, which requires a subscription to watch the full version.