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Saturday, July 8, 2023

TOP BANANA: TOP READS THIS WEEK 7-8-23 #tbats #edchat #K12 #learning #edtech

 

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 







Big Education Ape: RFK JR DECLARES TODAY TO BE TRULY FREE YOU MUST TAKE THE VACCINE TO AVOID CATCHING THE GAY https://bigeducationape.blogspot.com/2023/07/rfk-jr-declares-today-to-be-truly-free.html 






Big Education Ape: THE PARKLAND MASSACRE REVISITED https://bigeducationape.blogspot.com/2023/07/the-parkland-massacre-revisited.html 







Big Education Ape: BREAKING NEWS: MOMS FOR LIBERTY IS JUST CHARLES KOCH'S TEA PARTY IN DRAG https://bigeducationape.blogspot.com/2023/07/breaking-news-moms-for-liberty-is-just.html 






Big Education Ape: THE TEXAS READER ACT: TEXTBOOKS DESIGNED TO MAKE YOU FEEL BETTER ABOUT BEING WHITE https://bigeducationape.blogspot.com/2023/07/the-texas-reader-act-textbooks-designed.html 






Big Education Ape: BACK TO THE PAST: SUPREME COURT JUSTICES EDITION https://bigeducationape.blogspot.com/2023/07/back-to-past-supreme-court-justices.html 







Big Education Ape: THE INSTANT EDUCATION EXPERT CONSULTANT FROM HILLSDALE COLLEGE: RIGHT WING CORPORATE EDUCATION REFORM AT ITS WORST https://bigeducationape.blogspot.com/2023/07/instant-education-expert-consultant.html 






Big Education Ape: I DIDN'T KNOW THAT ABOUT THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE https://bigeducationape.blogspot.com/2023/07/i-didnt-know-that-about-declaration-of.html











Big Education Ape: SUPREME COURT TAKES A HUGE DUMP ON AMERICANS WITH STUDENT DEBT https://bigeducationape.blogspot.com/2023/07/supreme-court-takes-huge-dump-on.html











 OTHER GREAT READS THIS WEEK FROM THE BIG EDUCATION APE

Monopoly Money: The Influence of Donors in Donor-Advised Funds Donor-Advised Funds: The Secret Society of Philanthropy Have you heard of Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs)? No? Well, you're not alone. These funds are like the Illuminati of the philanthropic world - shrouded in secrecy and mystery. But unlike the Illuminati, they're not trying to take over the world (as far as we know). Instead, they're j
OKLA STATE SUP OF EDUCATION MORE TWISTED THAN AN OKLAHOMA TORNADO TEACH TULSA RACE MASSACRE WAS NOT ABOUT SKIN COLOR Breaking news, folks! It turns out that the State Superintendent of Oklahoma, Ryan Walters, is not just a man of education, but also a man of remarkable flexibility. Yes, you heard that right. Ryan Walters is a contortionist! And not just any contortionist, mind you. He's more twis
FLORIDA REDNECK U: FREEDOM INSTITUTE & A MILLION DOLLAR BOSS New College of Florida, affectionately known as Redneck U, has recently made headlines for its proposed Freedom Institute and its million-dollar president. And let me tell you, folks, this is one wild ride. First of all, let's talk about the college itself. It's a public liberal arts college located in Sarasota, Florida, and it's known
THE END IS NEAR AI WILL REPLACE YOU Attention all humans! The end is near, and it's not because of a natural disaster or an alien invasion. No, it's because artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to take over the world and replace us all. And the first victim of this AI takeover? Public education as we know it. Yes, my dear human friends, the days of traditional classrooms, chalkboards, and human

JUL 06

BOOM! GOV. TONY EVERS VETOED REPUBLICAN TAX CUT, PUTTING MORE MONEY IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND CLASSROOMS In a stunning move that left Republicans reeling, Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers vetoed a tax cut proposal and instead redirected the funds towards education. The move was met with cheers from educators and parents alike, who have been clamoring for increased funding for schools for years. But not
It's not every day that a meeting of the Oklahoma State Board of Education turns into a WWE match, but that's exactly what happened on June 22nd. Apparently, two individuals decided to play bouncer and block people from entering the meeting, causing a scuffle to break out. And just when you thought things couldn't get any crazier, criminal affidavits were filed. Now, I don't know about you, but
ELON MUSK AND TWITTER NEEDS HELP THREADS MAY NOT BE THE HELP HE WAS LOOKING FOR Is it time to tell Elon Musk to go get some help? Well, with the launch of Threads, the potential ‘Twitter Killer’, it might just be. So, what is Threads? It’s a new way to share with text. But, let’s be real, it’s basically just a fancier version of texting. But hey, if it means we can finally ditch Twitter and all i
Are you tired of standardized testing? Do you dread the thought of filling in those little bubbles with a number two pencil? Well, you're not alone. In fact, we've got a whole gang of AI's who are ready to sing the praises of ditching this outdated system. First up, we've got Bing. He's our resident comedian, and he's got a bone to pick with standardized testing. "You know what they say," he qui

JUL 05

WHAT ARE AMERICA'S FAMILY SECRETS UNPACKING THOSE SKELETONS IN YOUR CLOSET Are you ready to learn about America's family secrets? Well, get ready to laugh because this is going to be a wild ride! According to a recent investigation by Reuters, over 100 of America's leaders - lawmakers, presidents, governors, and justices - have ancestors who owned slaves. And they're keeping it a secret! I mean,
In a shocking revelation, it has been discovered that Moms for Liberty, the supposedly nonpartisan grassroots organization advocating for parental rights in education, is actually just the Tea Party in drag. And who is behind this cunning disguise? None other than billionaire industrialist Charles Koch and his network of right-wing groups and organizations. It all started with the Tea Party move
RIGHT WING CORPORATE EDUCATION REFORM AT ITS WORST THE INSTANT EDUCATION EXPERT CONSULTANT FROM HILLSDALE COLLEGE When it comes to education, we all want the best for our children. We want them to learn from experienced professionals who are passionate about teaching. Unfortunately, not everyone shares this sentiment. Some people see education as an opportunity to make a quick buck, and that's ex
The Parkland massacre of 2018 will forever be etched in the minds of those who were affected by it. The shooting, which claimed the lives of 17 people and injured 17 others, was a tragedy that shook the nation to its core. But now, more than three years later, the families and survivors of the massacre are getting some closure. According to reports, the 1200 building where the shooting occurred

JUL 04

(SATIRE) As the US celebrates its Independence Day, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has come up with a unique way to commemorate the occasion. In a recent press conference, the noted environmentalist and anti-vaccine activist announced that to truly be free, all white Christians should take a shot to avoid catching the gay. Yes, you read that right. The man who has spent years railing against vaccines is
THE TEXAS READER ACT TEXTBOOKS DESIGNED TO MAKE YOU FEEL BETTER ABOUT BEING WHITE In a move that has left many scratching their heads, Texas has passed a new law regulating the sexual content in books sold to or included in public school libraries. The READER Act, as it's called, requires vendors to label books that describe or portray sexual conduct as either "sexually explicit" or "sexually rel

JUL 03

Welcome to the latest blockbuster movie, "Back to the Past: Supreme Court Justices Edition". In this hilarious parody of the classic "Back to the Future" franchise, we follow the adventures of the Supreme Court Justices as they travel back in time to destroy the gains made by women and minorities and give billionaires free reign to form the American plutocracy. Our story begins with the conserva
Ah, the Declaration of Independence. That old piece of parchment that we all learned about in school. But did you know that there are some lesser-known facts about this famous document? And did you know that it's actually pretty funny if you look at it from the right angle? Let's take a closer look. First of all, let's talk about the signing date. We all know that the Declaration was adopted on
Stephen Miller, the infamous hater and evil policy developer in chief for former President Donald Trump, is back in the news. This time, he's threatening to sue 200 law schools across the country if they don't comply with the Supreme Court's ruling on affirmative action in college admissions. Oh, Stephen, always the life of the party. For those of you who don't know who Stephen Miller is, let me
THE TWILIGHT ZONE COUNCIL FOR NATIONAL POLICY AND MOMS FOR LIBERTY In the latest episode of "The Twilight Zone: Education Edition," we have a group of moms who call themselves "Moms for Liberty" declaring war on teachers unions and public school boards. Apparently, these moms are convinced that the truth is something that needs to be protected from children, and they're willing to reform public e

JUL 02

In a shocking turn of events, it has been revealed that former President Donald Trump's infamous culture war strategy was nothing more than a ploy to sell more MAGA hats. Sources close to the former President have confirmed that Trump never actually cared about immigration reform, minority outreach, or any of the other issues he claimed to champion during his campaigns. Instead, he saw these hot

JUL 01

OKLA STATE SUP RYAN WALTERS CAUGHT CHOKING PUBLIC SCHOOL CHICKENS Ladies and gentlemen, gather around and hear the latest scoop on what's happening in Oklahoma's public education system. It seems like there's never a dull moment in this state, especially when it comes to our beloved chickens. Yes, you read that right. Chickens. Apparently, someone has been caught choking these feathered creature
The recent Supreme Court ruling on student debt relief has left many Americans feeling like they just failed a pop quiz they didn't even study for. The fallout from this decision has been nothing short of hilarious, if not downright depressing. First, let's talk about the student debt crisis. It's like a horror movie where the monster is a giant pile of money with interest rates that keep growin
Have you ever wondered why American politics seems to swing back and forth between liberalism and conservatism like a pendulum? Well, I've got a theory for you, and it involves a lot of tea parties, Reaganism, McCarthyism, and even a Cold War. But before we dive into the nitty-gritty of the pendulum theory, let's take a moment to appreciate the fact that we live in a country where politics is so
TOP BANANA: TOP READS THIS WEEK 6-24-23 Big Education Ape: LAUSD BOARD PRESIDENT JACKIE GOLDBERG CALLED OUT ANTI-GAY EXTREMIST PROTESTERS IN VIRAL SPEECH #PrideMonth 🌈 #Pride2023 🌈 #tbats #edchat #K12 #learning #edtech https://bigeducationape.blogspot.com/2023/06/lausd-board-president-jackie-goldberg.html Big Education Ape: WHAT EVERY TEACHER NEEDS TO KNOW ABOUT CHATGPT BEFORE THE NEW SCHOOL YE