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For My Students, the Women’s March Is Just the Beginning
When this teacher saw how devastated her feminist student group was by the 2016 election, she decided to do something to make them proud. She decided to march.
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“That Part’s Not True”
Many teachers in the United States will include a lesson on Emmett Till as an introduction to the civil rights movement or as part of their Black History Month plans. This year, it’s time to modify the lesson.
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Teaching Between Worlds
A couple of years ago a student approached me after history class. Avoiding eye contact, he trembled a bit before speaking. His voice was shaking. “I am sorry, teacher,” Armando began. “I could not finish my project. My parents were killed a couple days ago.”
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Violent Truth Is Much Scarier Than Simulation
An active shooter training video produced in southern California leaves one teacher feeling offended and traumatized.
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Master Parent-Teacher Teambuilding
The parent-teacher relationship doesn’t have to be stressful. Here are a few ways to make the process easier.
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Combating Course Content Segregation
An LGBT student’s gratitude reminded this instructor to include diverse voices in her teaching all year.
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Why Do Teachers Quit?
We asked your best advice for improving job quality and retaining teachers. Your answers reinforced the need for social justice in schools.
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Drowning in Debt
Predatory lending targets our most vulnerable students. Help them avoid the pitfalls.
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The Power of Questions
This teacher asked herself, “What do I need to know to better support this student?” The answer led to more questions.