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Reg Weaver said, "Sen. Barack Obama's proposed education and economic policies are exactly what we need to begin fixing and improving our public schools."Obama last week addressed attendees at the 98th annual National Urban League Conference in Orlando, Fla. He set the record straight on where he stands versus John McCain in regard to education and the country's economic future.
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NEA members, leaders, and officials are in the news.
An NEA venue for best pedagogical practices:
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Kathy Reilly has encountered her share of confrontational adults. But training she's received through her state Association, in collaboration with the Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness and local law enforcement, has made her more confident. She learned her 36-foot, 54-passenger bus might be a "soft target" and how to better protect it.
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Why NCLB Must Be Fundamentally Overhauled
In the six years since the enactment of NCLB, its many policy flaws, false assumptions, unintended consequences, and botched implementation have become all too apparent.
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Techno-Tools
There's no substitute for good old-fashioned teaching, but add a little "gee-whiz" technology, and you'll be sure to capture your students' attention -- and keep it. Take a look at some of the tech tools educators are using today.
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First Day Organization and Confidence
"After ten years of teaching, I still get nervous on the first day of school," says one high school English teacher. But she has a detailed plan for that first day, which helps her remain calm, in control, and set the right tone for the rest of the year.
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Urge Congress to provide the funding needed for great public schools.
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