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An eloquent letter of support for the MAP test boycott from the teachers at Roosevelt High School
Wednesday/January 23, 2012 This We Believe: Teachers, parents, students, school board members and the administration of Seattle Public Schools owe Garfield High School teachers their gratitude and thanks for speaking the truth. We believe that any reprimand or negative consequences … Continue reading →
“On Parents, Better To Coax Or Coerce?”
Here’s an interesting article from a group called The Center For Michigan. It’s called On Parents, Better To Coax Or Coerce?
Here’s an excerpt:
The key is “to create conditions that allow parents to be more involved,” and not to make the burden of involvement rest entirely on the parent, Buckman said.
Here’s an excerpt:
The key is “to create conditions that allow parents to be more involved,” and not to make the burden of involvement rest entirely on the parent, Buckman said.
In Which I Am Instructed by DOE Experts
First of all, we should "bring a printed copy of the State-posted rating guide for the appropriate subject area." This is because we are patently
Richard G. Stern, a Writers’ Writer, Is Dead at 84
Mr. Stern’s classroom at the University of Chicago became a showcase for visiting literary eminences like Philip Roth.
The Education Revolution: As Graduates Rise in China, Office Jobs Fail to Keep Up
Millions of Chinese graduate from college every year, but they struggle to find jobs in an economy that is still dominated by blue-collar industries.
Letting Vancouver teachers carry guns is debated at school board meetings
A group called Reality Clark County supports the proposal, prompting a group of parents to say they don't want more guns in schools.
First Images From District 4 Candidate Forum
Below are some images from the Anderson-Zimmer candidate forum that took place earlier tonight. We’ll have a full report as soon as possible. Meantime, feel free to scroll down for the real-time Twitter updates from the event.
State Education Chief Will Finally Meet with Key Senate Committee
Cerf, on the job for two years and controversial reform agenda in tow, will discuss issues and initiatives.
Fine Print: Teacher Evaluation Update
The administration eases some guidelines, two pilot districts weigh in with their experiences and progress.
More On Brain-Based Learning
Here are some new additions to The Best Resources On “Brain-Based Learning”:
What Brain Insights Can Boost Your Student’s Classroom Success? is from Eric Jensen.
How The Memory Works In Learning is by Judy Willis.
What Brain Insights Can Boost Your Student’s Classroom Success? is from Eric Jensen.
How The Memory Works In Learning is by Judy Willis.
Diane in the Evening 1-24-13 Diane Ravitch's blog
Diane Ravitch's blog: You Are Invited to a Webinar on High Stakes Testing by dianerav Parents Across America is hosting a Webinar on high stakes testing. Think about joining and meeting some of the leading figures in the opt-out movement. Let’s Talk: A Webinar on High Stakes Testing and Opting Out On January 27 at 1:00 PM PST, 3:00 PM Central and 4:00 PM EST, Parents Across America will be hosting an online seminar on high stakes testing and opting out of these tests. Our guests will be: Jesse Hagopian, teacher at Garfield High School and part of the MAP test boycott Shaun Johnso... more »
