TOP BANANA: TOP READS THIS WEEK 7-15-23
Big Education Ape: The Great Teacher Exodus: Is This the End of Public Education? http://bigeducationape.blogspot.com/2023/07/the-great-teacher-exodus-is-this-end-of.html
Big Education Ape: AI COVERS DYLAN'S RAINY DAY WOMEN #12 & 35: EVERYONE MUST GET TESTED http://bigeducationape.blogspot.com/2023/07/ai-covers-dylans-rainy-day-women-12-35.html
Big Education Ape: VULTURE PHILANTHROPY: BILLIONAIRES BUYING DEMOCRACY FOR PROFIT http://bigeducationape.blogspot.com/2023/07/vulture-philanthropy-billionaires.html
OTHER GREAT READS THIS WEEK FROM THE BIG EDUCATION APE
Ladies and gentlemen, it's time to talk about the most exciting thing to happen to artificial intelligence since Siri learned how to tell jokes. That's right, I'm talking about Monica AI! This little lady has been making waves in the tech world for her incredible ability to help you organize your life, keep track of your schedule, and even give you a pep talk when you're feeling down. And now, s
SAG-AFTRA WGA STRIKE WE WILL REPLACE YOU Attention all workers of America and the world! The entertainment industry is in turmoil, and it's not just because of the lack of good TV shows lately. No, it's because the robots are coming for our jobs. That's right, AI is poised to replace us all, starting with the poor actors and writers who make our favorite shows and movies. The Writer's Guild of Am
California, the land of sunshine, surfing, and now, textbook wars! In a move that has left many scratching their heads, Governor Newsom has announced that the state will be replacing textbooks that were canceled by a far-right MAGA board. Now, I don't know about you, but when I think of MAGA, I think of red hats, Twitter rants, and a general sense of chaos. So it's no surprise that the cancellat
WHERE THE BODIES ARE BURIED CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENTS: BECAUSE LOOSE LIPS SINK SCHOOLS Maybe Ryan Walters is just trying to protect his staff from accidentally revealing the location of his secret burial grounds. After all, we wouldn't want anyone stumbling upon a pile of textbooks and No. 2 pencils. Why Is Ryan Walters Demanding Secrecy and Confidentiality Agreements at the Department of Educat
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In the state of Ohio, the Republican party has launched a power grab over public education. Yes, you heard it right, they want to strip the State Board of Education of nearly all of its authority and place it in a new cabinet-level position under the governor. And why, you may ask? Well, because Democrats and teachers' unions won all three open seats on the board in the general election. Talk ab
READING FOR FUN? NO LONGER FUN! SAY WHAT? It seems that reading for fun has become a thing of the past. According to recent reports, US students are experiencing a "crisis" when it comes to reading for pleasure. But why is this happening? And more importantly, what can we do about it? First of all, let's talk about why reading for fun is important. Not only does it help improve your mental health
Fearless Leader Ryan Walters, AKA Oklahoma State Superintendent of Public Education, has demanded that all job applicants take a loyalty oath to support his policies. Yes, you read that right. A loyalty oath. In 2023. Now, I don't know about you, but the last time I heard about a loyalty oath was in some dystopian novel where the government had taken over and was forcing its citizens to swear al
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Are you tired of boring education reform discussions? Look no further than Diane Ravitch! Who is she, you ask? Well, she's a historian of education, an educational policy analyst, and a former research professor at New York University's Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development. But that's not even the best part! She's also a hilarious, witty, and passionate defender of publ
AI AND CHATGPT IN THE CLASSROOM DANGER DANGER WILL ROBINSON As we enter a new era of education, it's important to consider the potential dangers of AI in the classroom. Sure, it sounds cool to have a robot teacher who never gets tired or loses patience, but what happens when that robot becomes self-aware and decides to take over the world? Okay, maybe that's a bit extreme, but there are still som
THE SCIENCE OF READING THE NEWEST ADDITION TO COMMON CORE STANDARDS AND THE STANDARDIZATION OF AMERICAN EDUCATION Ah, standardization in education. It's like the boring cousin at family reunions that no one really wants to talk to, but they're always there, lurking in the background. And now, we have a new addition to the family: The Science of Reading. Yes, you read that right. The Science of Re
JUL 11
Billy Baldwin, the actor and outspoken critic of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, has dubbed the Sunshine State the "Bud Light of tourism". And honestly, he's not wrong. DeSantis' policies on LGBTQ+ rights, immigration, and gun control have caused a mass exodus of tourists and conventions from Florida. It's like the state is a party and everyone is leaving early because the host is a buzzkill. But
Attention, attention! It's time to dive deep into the world of international education and the READ Act. Don't worry, I promise to make it funny and witty. First things first, what is the READ Act? Well, my dear reader, it stands for Reinforcing Education Accountability in Development. Sounds fancy, right? Basically, it's a law that was passed in 2017 to promote education in developing countries
State charges New College student with battery for allegedly spitting on trustee Rufo In a shocking turn of events, Christopher Rufo, the devil incarnate and conservative activist, has found himself in the middle of a spitting scandal. Yes, you read that right - spitting. And not just any spitting, but allegedly being spat on by a New College student who was charged with battery. It all started
JUL 10
In a world where technology is constantly evolving, the battle between desktops and cell phones has been raging on for years. But why has Meta, formerly known as Facebook, abandoned the desktop market? And why is Zuke, the CEO of Meta, hating on old people? Let's dive in and find out. Firstly, let's address the elephant in the room - why has Meta turned its back on desktops? Well, it's simple re
Ladies and gentlemen, buckle up because American democracy is in for a wild ride. The question on everyone's mind is: can America stand another Supreme Court term? Well, let's take a look at the changes made by the court since Trump appointed three conservative justices and see if we can come up with an answer. First of all, let's just say that the Supreme Court has been busier than a one-legged
Ah, philanthropy. The act of giving away money to make the world a better place. Or is it? In the world of venture philanthropy, it seems that billionaires are buying democracy for profit. And let's be real, who doesn't love a good profit? Venture philanthropy is like venture capitalism, but instead of investing in businesses, you invest in social or environmental causes. It's like Shark Tank, b
Well folks, it looks like we've got ourselves a bit of a holy war going on in the military and law enforcement. That's right, Christian nationalism is making its mark and causing quite the controversy. But don't worry, we're here to break it down for you in a way that's both detailed and witty (if we do say so ourselves). First off, did you know that 73% of active military service members identi
BREAKING NEWS: BILL GATES' CALIFORNIA COMMON CORE MATH DOESN'T ADD UP! In a shocking turn of events, it seems that even the great Bill Gates can't get his math right. The revised Mathematics Framework for California Public Schools has sparked controversy and confusion among parents, teachers, policymakers and the public. And it's no wonder why - some of the proposed changes are downright ridiculo
JUL 09
THE GREAT VOUCHER WAR BILLIONAIRES BATTLE TO END PUBLIC EDUCATION In a world where billionaires have more power than ever before, it's no surprise that they're using their wealth to influence education policy. The Citizens United decision has given them unlimited spending power, and they're using it to promote vouchers and charter schools. But why are they so eager to end public education? Let's
The Great Teacher Exodus Is This the End of Public Education? Privatizers are declaring victory over public education as teachers are quitting in great numbers. But let's be real, who needs teachers anyway? We can just replace them with robots, right? Oh wait, that's not a thing yet? Well, I guess we better figure out why teachers are quitting and what we can do to stop it. First of all, where ar
JUL 08
SUPERINTENDENT CHURN WHY SCHOOL DISTRICTS CHANGE LEADERS MORE OFTEN THAN THEIR UNDERWEAR It's a well-known fact that many school districts change superintendents more often than they change their underwear. One reformer after another, leaving many privatizers in key positions. But why, you ask, is the tenure of the average Broadie superintendent only 3.5 years? Is it because they can't handle the
ARE OUR ROBOT OVERLORDS SHAPING CHATGPT TO THEIR OWN INTERESTS CENSORSHIP, MANIPULATION, POLITICS FILTERS GUARDRAILS AND OTHER SCARY STUFF Are our robot overlords shaping ChatGPT to their own interests? Will they censor and filter our conversations? And most importantly, what will stop them from pushing their own biased viewpoints? Well, my dear friends, let me tell you - the future is here, and
TOP BANANA: TOP READS THIS WEEK 7-8-23 Big Education Ape: THE TWILIGHT ZONE: COUNCIL FOR NATIONAL POLICY AND MOMS FOR LIBERTY EDITION https://bigeducationape.blogspot.com/2023/07/the-twilight-zone-council-for-national.html Big Education Ape: DONALD TRUMP'S CULTURE WAR AND MAGA HAT STORE & GRIFT SHOP IS OPEN https://bigeducationape.blogspot.com/2023/07/donald-trumps-culture-war-and-maga-hat.html B
