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Reform Matters: May 1, 2014
posted by: Tim | May 01, 2014, 06:33 PM   

 

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 and the AAE Charters blog for original daily posts on trends in education reform and professional development.


Congressional Hearing: Secretary Duncan Defends Federal Education Budget Priorities
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AAE in the News: Non-Union Teachers Sounds Off on Education Policy

Colorado Teachers Want More Freedom, Survey FindsHeartland, 4/15/14

Improving Teacher Quality Through LicensingChalkbeat, 4/22/14


Don't miss AAE's Alix Freeze discussing the National Membership Survey, and other educational issues of the day, on Choice Media's Reform School!


Teachers Give Unions Failing Grade, Survey SaysOne News Now, 4/29/14


Education Technology & Blended Learning


Opinion: Founding Principles in the Digital AgeThe Wall Street Journal, 4/21/14

Blended Learning Revolution: Tech Meets Tradition in the ClassroomThe Christian Science Monitor, 4/20/14


Teacher Topics

Conference Spotlight:
Are you a charter school educator? Consider attending theNational Charter Schools Conference this June. This year's Las Vegas conference features some terrific teacher-focused sessions including "Common Core Literacy Instruction: Recipes for Action" to "High Standards for ALL: Writing IEPs Aligned to Common Core" and "Play to Engage: Teaching Through Community Engagement Games." You'll also hear from inspiring speakers like Sal Kahn from the Kahn Academies, and Dr. Matthew Peterson, a specialist in visual learning. AAE will be exhibiting so stop by and say Hello!


Safety Questions: School Stabbings Signal Need for Broad Safety Plans,Education Week, 4/23/14


Reform Advocacy


Indiana: Common Core Replaced With State StandardsThe Associated Press, 4/28/14

A preview of 2016? Education a New Defining Issue For 2016 GOP ClassThe Associated Press, 4/28/14

Trends: 4 in 5 US High School Students GraduateThe Associated Press, 4/29/14

Washington Loses Waiver on No Child Left BehindThe Associated Press, 4/24/14

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