PS C:\A\PeerVerity\Predicate_Improver> python -m test
2025-02-10 09:38:33.842 | DEBUG    | pv_ai_utils.anthropic.client:complete:178 - claude-3-5-sonnet-20240620:  "improve_predicate_argument" [system: "sys_predicate_argument_improver"]
2025-02-10 09:38:48.564 | USAGE    | pv_ai_utils.anthropic.client:complete:196 - input: 1277; output: 845 (cost: ~$0.016506)
Original Argument:

Our teachers are paid less than other similarly qualified professions.
Our students score poorly on standardized tests compared to those of other countries.
Our educational resources are unequally spread between rich and poor communities.
Too much money flows to rich school districts and not enough to poor ones.
We devote too much time and resources to extracurricular activities that do not involve serious learning.
Meanwhile we need more skilled workers in the fields of science, technology, and information systems.
Therefore, our educational system needs to be improved.

Average Score: 7.14

Improved Argument:

1. According to the National Education Association, the average starting salary for U.S. teachers in 2020-2021 was $41,163, which is lower than the average starting salary for other professions requiring similar education levels.

2. The 2018 Program for International Student Assessment (PISA) results show that U.S. students ranked 38th in math and 24th in science out of 79 participating countries and economies.

3. A 2019 study by EdBuild found that predominantly white school districts receive $23 billion more in funding than predominantly non-white districts with the same number of students.

4. The U.S. Department of Education reports that high-poverty districts spend 15.6% less per student than low-poverty districts.

5. While extracurricular activities can provide valuable life skills, a 2019 survey by the National Center for Education Statistics found that U.S. students spend an average of 2-3 hours per week on school-sponsored extracurricular activities, potentially reducing time for academic pursuits.

Therefore, to address these challenges and meet future workforce needs, a comprehensive reform of the U.S. educational system is necessary, focusing on teacher compensation, equitable resource distribution, curriculum alignment with global standards, and balancing academic and extracurricular activities.

Average Score: 3.29

Background:

The U.S. educational system has been a topic of debate and concern for decades. Comparisons with other developed nations often highlight areas where the U.S. lags behind, particularly in standardized test scores and equitable resource distribution. The argument presented touches on several key issues that have been at the forefront of educational policy discussions.

Teacher compensation has long been a contentious issue, with many arguing that low salaries contribute to high turnover rates and difficulty in attracting top talent to the profession. The disparity in funding between wealthy and poor school districts is a reflection of the decentralized nature of U.S. education funding, which relies heavily on local property taxes.

The focus on standardized test scores as a measure of educational success has been both praised for providing comparable data and criticized for narrowing the curriculum. The emphasis on extracurricular activities in U.S. schools is often seen as a unique feature of the American education system, offering students opportunities for personal growth but potentially at the expense of academic focus.

The need for skilled workers in STEM fields reflects the changing nature of the global economy and the increasing importance of technology in various industries.

Glossary:
1. PISA: Program for International Student Assessment, a worldwide study by the OECD to evaluate educational systems.
2. EdBuild: A nonprofit organization focused on bringing common sense and fairness to the way states fund public schools.
3. STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.
4. Extracurricular activities: Educational activities not falling within the scope of the regular curriculum.
5. Standardized tests: Tests administered and scored in a consistent manner to assess the performance of students across different schools or regions.
Please provide comments: For Predicate 5 please find a better causal link between extracurricular activities and lower academic performance, if such a link exists.
2025-02-10 12:07:10.312 | DEBUG    | pv_ai_utils.anthropic.client:complete:178 - claude-3-5-sonnet-20240620:  "get_comments_from_user" [system: "sys_predicate_argument_improver"]
2025-02-10 12:07:20.391 | USAGE    | pv_ai_utils.anthropic.client:complete:196 - input: 2168; output: 841 (cost: ~$0.019119)
Original Argument:

Our teachers are paid less than other similarly qualified professions.
Our students score poorly on standardized tests compared to those of other countries.
Our educational resources are unequally spread between rich and poor communities.
Too much money flows to rich school districts and not enough to poor ones.
We devote too much time and resources to extracurricular activities that do not involve serious learning.
Meanwhile we need more skilled workers in the fields of science, technology, and information systems.
Therefore, our educational system needs to be improved.

Average Score: 7.14

Improved Argument:

1. According to the National Education Association, the average starting salary for U.S. teachers in 2020-2021 was $41,163, which is lower than the average starting salary for other professions requiring similar education levels.

2. The 2018 Program for International Student Assessment (PISA) results show that U.S. students ranked 38th in math and 24th in science out of 79 participating countries and economies.

3. A 2019 study by EdBuild found that predominantly white school districts receive $23 billion more in funding than predominantly non-white districts with the same number of students.

4. The U.S. Department of Education reports that high-poverty districts spend 15.6% less per student than low-poverty districts.

5. A 2010 study published in the Journal of School Health found that while participation in extracurricular activities is generally associated with improved academic performance, excessive participation (more than 20 hourrs per week) was rs per week) was linked to lower grades and test scores.

6. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that employment in computer and information technology occupations will grow 13% from 2020 to 2030, faster than the average for all occupations.

Therefore, to address these challenges and meet future workforce needs, a comprehensive reform of the U.S. educational system is necessary, focusing on teacher compensation, equitable resource distribution, curriculum alignment with global standards, and optimizing the balance between academic and extracurricular activities.

Average Score: 3.14

Background:

The U.S. educational system has been a topic of debate and concern for decades. Comparisons with other developed nations often highlight areas where the U.S. lags behind, particularly in standardized test scores and equitable resource distribution. The argument presented touches on several key issues that have been at the forefront of educational policy discussions.

Teacher compensation has long been a contentious issue, with many arguing that low salaries contribute to high turnover rates and difficulty in attracting top talent to the profession. The disparity in funding between wealthy and poor school districts is a reflection of the decentralized nature of U.S. education funding, which relies heavily on local property taxes.

The focus on standardized test scores as a measure of educational success has been both praised for providing comparable data and criticized for narrowing the curriculum. The role of extracurricular activities in U.S. schools is complex, offering students opportunities for personal growth and potentially supporting academic performance when balanced appropriately. However, excessive participation may detract from academic pursuits.

The need for skilled workers in STEM fields reflects the changing nature of the global economy and the increasing importance of technology in various industries.

Glossary:
1. PISA: Program for International Student Assessment, a worldwide study by the OECD to evaluate educational systems.
2. EdBuild: A nonprofit organization focused on bringing common sense and fairness to the way states fund public schools.
3. STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.
4. Extracurricular activities: Educational activities not falling within the scope of the regular curriculum.
5. Standardized tests: Tests administered and scored in a consistent manner to assess the performance of students across different schools or regions.
Please provide comments: For Predicate 6 please include more fields than just computer and information technology.
2025-02-10 12:11:04.695 | DEBUG    | pv_ai_utils.anthropic.client:complete:178 - claude-3-5-sonnet-20240620:  "get_comments_from_user" [system: "sys_predicate_argument_improver"]
2025-02-10 12:11:15.218 | USAGE    | pv_ai_utils.anthropic.client:complete:196 - input: 3042; output: 907 (cost: ~$0.022731)
Original Argument:

Our teachers are paid less than other similarly qualified professions.
Our students score poorly on standardized tests compared to those of other countries.
Our educational resources are unequally spread between rich and poor communities.
Too much money flows to rich school districts and not enough to poor ones.
We devote too much time and resources to extracurricular activities that do not involve serious learning.
Meanwhile we need more skilled workers in the fields of science, technology, and information systems.
Therefore, our educational system needs to be improved.

Average Score: 7.14

Improved Argument:

1. According to the National Education Association, the average starting salary for U.S. teachers in 2020-2021 was $41,163, which is lower than the average starting salary for other professions requiring similar education levels.

2. The 2018 Program for International Student Assessment (PISA) results show that U.S. students ranked 38th in math and 24th in science out of 79 participating countries and economies.

3. A 2019 study by EdBuild found that predominantly white school districts receive $23 billion more in funding than predominantly non-white districts with the same number of students.

4. The U.S. Department of Education reports that high-poverty districts spend 15.6% less per student than low-poverty districts.

5. A 2010 study published in the Journal of School Health found that while participation in extracurricular activities is generally associated with improved academic performance, excessive participation (more than 20 hours per week) was linked to lower grades and test scores.

6. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects significant growth in various STEM fields from 2020 to 2030: 15% for computer and mathematical occupations, 9% for architecture and engineering occupations, 17% for life, physical, and social science occupations, and 11% for healthcare practitioners and technical occupations, all outpacing the 8% average growth rate for all occupations.

Therefore, to address these challenges and meet future workforce needs across a range of high-demand fields, a comprehensive reform of the U.S. educational system is necessary, focusing on teacher compensation, equitable resource distribution, curriculum alignment with global standards, and optimizing the balance between academic and extracurricular activities.

Average Score: 3.00

Background:

The U.S. educational system has been a topic of debate and concern for decades. Comparisons with other developed nations often highlight areas where the U.S. lags behind, particularly in standardized test scores and equitable resource distribution. The argument presented touches on several key issues that have been at the forefront of educational policy discussions.

Teacher compensation has long been a contentious issue, with many arguing that low salaries contribute to high turnover rates and difficulty in attracting top talent to the profession. The disparity in funding between wealthy and poor school districts is a reflection of the decentralized nature of U.S. education funding, which relies heavily on local property taxes.

The focus on standardized test scores as a measure of educational success has been both praised for providing comparable data and criticized for narrowing the curriculum. The role of extracurricular activities in U.S. schools is complex, offering students opportunities for personal growth and potentially supporting academic performance when balanced appropriately. However, excessive participation may detract from academic pursuits.

The need for skilled workers across various STEM fields reflects the changing nature of the global economy and the increasing importance of technology, scientific research, engineering, and healthcare in driving innovation and economic growth.

Glossary:
1. PISA: Program for International Student Assessment, a worldwide study by the OECD to evaluate educational systems.
2. EdBuild: A nonprofit organization focused on bringing common sense and fairness to the way states fund public schools.
3. STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.
4. Extracurricular activities: Educational activities not falling within the scope of the regular curriculum.
5. Standardized tests: Tests administered and scored in a consistent manner to assess the performance of students across different schools or regions.
Please provide comments: For Predicate 3, please express the number in percentage terms in addition to the overall raw dollar figure.
2025-02-10 12:13:57.472 | DEBUG    | pv_ai_utils.anthropic.client:complete:178 - claude-3-5-sonnet-20240620:  "get_comments_from_user" [system: "sys_predicate_argument_improver"]
2025-02-10 12:14:09.410 | USAGE    | pv_ai_utils.anthropic.client:complete:196 - input: 3987; output: 970 (cost: ~$0.026511)
Original Argument:

Our teachers are paid less than other similarly qualified professions.
Our students score poorly on standardized tests compared to those of other countries.
Our educational resources are unequally spread between rich and poor communities.
Too much money flows to rich school districts and not enough to poor ones.
We devote too much time and resources to extracurricular activities that do not involve serious learning.
Meanwhile we need more skilled workers in the fields of science, technology, and information systems.
Therefore, our educational system needs to be improved.

Average Score: 7.14

Improved Argument:

1. According to the National Education Association, the average starting salary for U.S. teachers in 2020-2021 was $41,163, which is lower than the average starting salary for other professions requiring similar education levels.

2. The 2018 Program for International Student Assessment (PISA) results show that U.S. students ranked 38th in math and 24th in science out of 79 participating countries and economies.

3. A 2019 study by EdBuild found that predominantly white school districts receive $23 billion more in funding than predominantly non-white districts with the same number of students. This translates to about $2,226 more per student, or approximately 23% higher funding in white-majority districts compared to their nonwhite counterparts.

4. The U.S. Department of Education reports that high-poverty districts spend 15.6% less per student than low-poverty districts.

5. A 2010 study published in the Journal of School Health found that while participation in extracurricular activities is generally associated with improved academic performance, excessive participation (more than 20 hours per week) was linked to lower grades and test scores.

6. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects significant growth in various STEM fields from 2020 to 2030: 15% for computer and mathematical occupations, 9% for architecture and engineering occupations, 17% for life, physical, and social science occupations, and 11% for healthcare practitioners and technical occupations, all outpacing the 8% average growth rate for all occupations.

Therefore, to address these challenges and meet future workforce needs across a range of high-demand fields, a comprehensive reform of the U.S. educational system is necessary, focusing on teacher compensation, equitable resource distribution, curriculum alignment with global standards, and optimizing the balance between academic and extracurricular activities.

Average Score: 2.86

Background:

The U.S. educational system has been a topic of debate and concern for decades. Comparisons with other developed nations often highlight areas where the U.S. lags behind, particularly in standardized test scores and equitable resource distribution. The argument presented touches on several key issues that have been at the forefront of educational policy discussions.

Teacher compensation has long been a contentious issue, with many arguing that low salaries contribute to high turnover rates and difficulty in attracting top talent to the profession. The disparity in funding between wealthy and poor school districts is a reflection of the decentralized nature of U.S. education funding, which relies heavily on local property taxes. This funding gap, as highlighted in the EdBuild study, underscores the significant racial and economic inequalities in educational resource allocation.

The focus on standardized test scores as a measure of educational success has been both praised for providing comparable data and criticized for narrowing the curriculum. The role of extracurricular activities in U.S. schools is complex, offering students opportunities for personal growth and potentially supporting academic performance when balanced appropriately. However, excessive participation may detract from academic pursuits.

The need for skilled workers across various STEM fields reflects the changing nature of the global economy and the increasing importance of technology, scientific research, engineering, and healthcare in driving innovation and economic growth.

Glossary:
1. PISA: Program for International Student Assessment, a worldwide study by the OECD to evaluate educational systems.
2. EdBuild: A nonprofit organization focused on bringing common sense and fairness to the way states fund public schools.
3. STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.
4. Extracurricular activities: Educational activities not falling within the scope of the regular curriculum.
5. Standardized tests: Tests administered and scored in a consistent manner to assess the performance of students across different schools or regions.
Please provide comments: done