Does anyone know what kind of education is available for NY prisoners? Is the education a joke or are they really taught things? Are they real class rooms or just a group of prisoners that gathered around to talk instead of going there to learn?

Any info would be appreciated. Thanks!

Hello everyone,

I asked a similar question in another section, but this forum is more appropriate. I am a teacher in an adult education program for former prisoners. I am interested to know what kinds of educational opportunities currently exist in prisons nationwide. I know that the loss of Pell grants effectively ended most college programs inside and I know that there have been a lot of cuts in GED-type programs.

Are there people out there that have had direct experience with education inside, either as a student or as a teacher/tutor?

I am also very interested in experiences people have had with self-education.

Thanks for your help,
Eric