I May be Wrong ... But I Doubt It*
When will we stop worrying about our own organizational fiscal et al condition for a few days and call for united action? Read Full Post >
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February 14, 2012
February 14, 2012
Desperate Times in Cleveland and Ohio
The leaders of one of the most economically depressed and racially segregated cities in the nation have decided that the answer to its problems is to fire teachers, close public schools, expand the number of charters, and possibly to expand the voucher program as well. Read Full Post >
February 08, 2012
The Feeble Strength of One!
It seems clearer than ever to me that we need to re-explore issues of choice, so that they are not used to undermine the political communities that are at the base of our political democracy or to glorify the segregation of schools by race. Read Full Post >
February 06, 2012
Do Teachers Need a Rebranding to Improve their Public Image?
Do you remember seeing your first portrayal of teachers? I do. As a child, I remember Charlie Brown's teacher portrayed in the comics and cartoons. Then there was Ben Stein from Ferris Bueller's Day Off. Remember? Anyone? Does the public image and portrayal of teachers affect the prestige of... Read Full Post >
February 02, 2012
Reminders of What's Possible
There is no perfect curriculum, but I base my preferences on precisely the principles underlying democracy. It's our teacherly obligation to consider what students will "need" to join fully into the life of a democratic community. Read Full Post >
January 31, 2012
Does President Obama Know What Race to the Top Is?
Do you think that President Obama just doesn't understand that Race to the Top has encouraged states to double down on high-stakes testing? Maybe he doesn't realize that the strategies of his administration rely totally on test scores. Read Full Post >
January 23, 2012
Will California Start a National Revolt Against Bad Ideas?
But I was inspired above all, because California has courageous, wise, and bold leadership that is prepared to stop the insanity that has undermined education across the nation. Read Full Post >
January 18, 2012
Thoughts on Japan & Julia Richman
Yes, there have been and will continue to be "turnarounds" that work. But if we see the turnaround as a method of getting "rid" of people—teachers or kids—we'll misuse its potential. Read Full Post >
January 17, 2012
What Value Did the Chetty Study Add?
We might or might not have higher test scores, but at what cost? Under these circumstances, who will want to teach? Read Full Post >
January 03, 2012
The Odd Couple: Dennis & Wendy
Did the NEA sign on to TFA's agenda of minimal fast-track training, or did TFA sign on to NEA's demand for a full year of residency and a rigorous examination before teachers gain their license? Read Full Post >
