An Education Week Spotlight on English-Language Learners
A new edweek.org collection of content features stories on new ELL training for core-content teachers and growing popularity of dual language programs. Read Full Post >
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October 08, 2012
October 03, 2012
New Center Established to Develop Effective Special Educators
The $25 million federal grant used to establish the center is one of many the federal Education Department has announced in recent weeks that involve special education. Read Full Post >
October 01, 2012
Michelle Rhee and Politics Don't Mix
It has been my observation that when Michelle Rhee engages in politics, she comes across as naive at best and, at worst, undermines the candidates she says she supports. I listened to her on talk shows during the Democratic Convention and then read her ensuing op ed pieces. While she positions herse... Read Full Post >
September 24, 2012
Teacher Town Hall Exposes Reform Challenges
Teachers are fascinating people---especially when they get a chance to express their sincere beliefs about reform and the impact of that reform on their students and themselves. They are honest, insightful, and passionate about what they do. In these times, they are also a little fed up with the tol... Read Full Post >
September 17, 2012
NBCT Offers Lessons Teachers Can Learn From Football Coaches
Kevin Mixon, a National Board-certified teacher, says that both great football coaches and great teachers make use of relevant statistical data to inform their game- or lesson-planning. Read Full Post >
September 17, 2012
Obama Campaign on Teachers' Strike: It's Not a Political Distraction
Obama campaign spokesman Jen Psaki characterized the Chicago teachers' strike as a local political dispute that is not representative of the national debate on education. Read Full Post >
September 17, 2012
Outcomes for Students With Severe Disabilities Can, Must Improve
The Collaboration to Promote Self-Determination today shared a set of recommendations to better prepare students with significant disabilities for the workforce and continue their education after high school. Read Full Post >
September 15, 2012
Teachers and The President Are United
Sure there will be tension. Of course, there will be disagreements. One of my favorite quotes, source unknown, is, "Where there is unanimity, someone is not being represented." But, let me assure everyone that when it comes to a shared vision of great public schools for each and every child in Amer... Read Full Post >
September 15, 2012
Yes, Teachers Do Have A Breaking Point
We all remember the scene in the movie Network where a character throws open the window, sticks his head out, and yells, "I'm mad as hell, and I'm not going to take it anymore." Last week, about 30,000 educators in Chicago came to a similar breaking point. It was a fascinating week for watchers an... Read Full Post >
September 12, 2012
'Cleveland Plan' Resolution Offers Contrast to Chicago
But both the city and the Cleveland teachers' union acknowledged that finding areas of agreement can be challenging. Read Full Post >
