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Reform Matters: April 2, 2014
posted by: Ruthie | April 02, 2014, 09:40 am

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.

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Tenure Reform Supported by Educators
posted by: Ruthie | March 20, 2014, 02:30 pm

Recently, Mashea Ashton, CEO of Newark Charter School Fund (NCSF) wrote a blog for the Huffington Post advocating for the reform of teacher tenure laws.

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Single-Sex Classrooms in 2014
posted by: Ruthie | February 11, 2014, 11:19 am

In an effort to remove distractions and enhance learning, several Washington, D.C. area public schools are experimenting with classes by separating boys and girls into single-sex learning environments. The practice is becoming a new trend in education reform.

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AAE’s 2014 National Membership Survey
posted by: Alix | February 03, 2014, 06:22 pm
Today, AAE released its 2014 Membership Survey about high-profile education and labor policies. Survey results show progressive stances toward education and labor reform, particularly with regard to education spending, school choice, technology, safety in schools, Common Core State Standards, and collective bargaining.   Continue Reading...
Since the passage of Act 10, Wisconsin's teacher unions are losing thousands of members to teacher choice and freedom of association. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel recently published an article exploring the fate of the unions. New educators are joining the non-union option everyday!

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Reform Matters: December 11, 2013
posted by: Ruthie | December 11, 2013, 04:38 pm

Welcome to the Association of American Educators' online biweekly 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.

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American Students Underperforming on International Tests
posted by: Ruthie | December 03, 2013, 10:48 am

The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development today released the results of the Program International Student Assessment (PISA). The assessment tests the academic skills of 15-year olds in 65 different countries and school systems. The results are considered paramount to understanding and comparing academic performances across the word.

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Nation’s Report Card Reveals Mixed Progress
posted by: Ruthie | November 07, 2013, 11:50 am

According to the recently released NAEP scores, or the "Nation's Report Card," reading and mathematics achievement for American 8th graders has improved in the last two years. However, 4th graders' achievement has remained sub par. Overall, there have been gains in both subjects since the assessments in the early 1990s.

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Reform Matters: October 23, 2013
posted by: Ruthie | October 23, 2013, 03:32 pm

Welcome to the Association of American Educators' online biweekly 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.

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A recent New York Times article, “Overscheduled Children: How Big a Problem?”  examined the delicate balance between incorporating extracurricular activities in students’ lives and overwhelming them.  Michael Thompson, a clinical psychologist and the author of “The Pressured Child” explained the paradigm perfectly. “As a general principle, there is a line between a highly enriched, interesting, growth promoting childhood and an overscheduled childhood. And nobody knows where that line is.”   Continue Reading...
Center for Education Reform Releases New Poll
posted by: Ruthie | October 10, 2013, 04:12 pm

This week, at the Education Nation Summit, the Center for Education Reform (CER) released a nationwide poll demonstrating that Americans increasingly support more accountability for students and schools, and more power for parents.

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College Board Releases SAT Statistics
posted by: Ruthie | September 26, 2013, 11:06 am

Today, the College Board, a New York organization responsible for administering the SAT, released the average data for the 1.6 million student test-takers. In addition to a drop of about 4,400 students, the SAT revealed little to no improvements from the class of 2012, with a mere 43% of students proving they are college-ready.

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Utah Issues Letter Grades to Public Schools
posted by: Alix | September 05, 2013, 11:10 am
During the 2013 legislative season, the state of Utah passed SB721 in an effort to foster a culture of transparency in public schools. Similar to bills in 15 other states, the new law measures various sources and awards an easy-to-understand letter grade to all public schools. According to a report, 55% of Utah's 855 public schools earned either an A or a B grade. Just 14% of schools earned a D or an F.   Continue Reading...
Recently, a Phi Delta Kappa survey revealed 59% of Americans would expand mental health services in schools, whereas only 33% would opt for hiring more security guards.  In light of recent high-profile school shootings and fiscal realities facing districts, the ability to foster social and emotional learning is more critical than ever.   Continue Reading...
The equal treatment of special education students continues to be a focus of Secretary Duncan and the Department of Education. For special education students, current No Child Left Behind provisions permitted 2% of students per state to learn a curriculum based on “modified” objectives and be measured on an aligned test. These separate requirements for special needs students raised questions among disability advocates.   Continue Reading...
Reform Matters: August 23, 2013
posted by: Ruthie | August 23, 2013, 01:33 pm

Welcome to the Association of American Educators' online biweekly 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.

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Education Polls: Where do Americans Really Stand?
posted by: Ruthie | August 23, 2013, 10:18 am
Three highly-influential education polls have been released within the past week: the Education Next (EdNext) poll, the Associated Press poll and, now the Phi Delta Kappa (PDK) poll. While all organizations claim to represent the education views of the general public, many of the polls portray conflicting results.   Continue Reading...
10 Inspiring Teachers
posted by: Ruthie | August 01, 2013, 10:00 am

Today marks the beginning of August and the start of back-to-school season! As you gear up to go back into the classroom and meet the challenges and joys of another school year, check out these 10 videos of inspiring teachers, from the TED blog. From calculus to liberal arts, these 10 gifted teaches share how to make the most of your classroom.

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Reform Matters: July 31, 2013
posted by: Ruthie | July 31, 2013, 10:08 am

Welcome to the Association of American Educators' online biweekly 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.

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