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Reform Matters: April 16, 2014
posted by: Ruthie | April 16, 2014, 05:43 PM   


Welcome to the Association of American Educators' online publication,
Reform Matters! This education reform-focused publication features both original AAE content and a compilation of the latest news from the growing education reform community.

 

Note: We are proud to be member-driven and only take positions on issues after our members are surveyed at a majority. The studies, articles, and policies showcased in this newsletter have not necessarily been endorsed by AAE; however, by sharing new and innovative trends in education policy, we hope to educate and empower our members by examining new possibilities in education.


AAE Blog Roll: Don't forget to bookmark the AAE blog
Denver Hires Immigrant Teachers
New Jersey Charter Applications Grow
Teacher Tenure in Kansas
Indiana Teacher Evaluations: Unfair?


AAE in the News: Teachers Say Unions Are Out of Touch

The Association of American Educators has released the results of a survey taken by teachers which showed that teachers are largely supportive of flexibility and options. But Gary Beckner in theWashington Times is of the opinion that unions are not helping teachers, but are instead, "maintaining a system of forced dues and political power..." Click here to read more.


Education Technology & Blended Learning   

Technology and Privacy: State Lawmakers Ramp Up Attention to Data PrivacyEducation Week, 4/16/14

White House Official: More Tech Key to EducationPolitico, 4/8/14

Common Core State Standards   


The first of many? Indiana Drops Common CoreThe Wall Street Journal, 4/1/14

CCSS Documentary: Building the Machine

Leaders in Support of CCSS (video): It's Time for the Common Core State Standards


Teacher Topics

AAE in CO News: Colorado Teachers Want More Freedom, Survey FindsHeartlander, 4/15/14

The Latest from the Kansas Tenure Debate: Districts Cheer Kansas K-12 Aid Deal, Despite Uncertainties,Education Week, 4/16/14

Charter Schools & Reform Advocacy


Congress: Federal Charter Measure Clears Hurdle in HouseEducation Week, 4/16/14

AAE members are split on universal Pre-K. Expert Analysis: Does Pre-K Work? It Depends How Picky You AreEducation Next, 2/27/14

Opinion: This Toxic Standards Fight Isn't Helping StudentsCER, 4/15/14

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