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OPINION: Studying humanities can prepare the next generation of social justice leaders

The Hechinger Report

That must change now that the field has been given a tremendous opportunity: training our next generation of social justice leaders. The number of students expressing interest in fields associated with social justice has seen a monumental increase since the beginning of the pandemic in early 2020.

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Resources for Teachers and Instructional Coaches – October 2021

Edthena

This edition of noted content for educators includes how to lead more effective teacher PD, address teacher stress, and create a classroom culture of learning. Building a culture of mutual trust between teachers and administrators can improve relationships and even happiness. Read more at Edutopia: Creating a Culture of Learning.

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EdSurge’s Year in Review: The Top 10 K-12 Stories of 2021

ED Surge

Read on for the full list of the stories most popular with readers in 2021. In response, the site rolled out new social justice initiatives and more responsive content moderation. Jeff Bezos Wants to Go to the Moon. Then, Public Education. But for some, the situation is still fraught.

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Introducing the Honorees of the 2021 Teacher Leader Impact Awards

Edthena

Alicia is also committed to equity and social justice. In her role as a member of the district’s curriculum development team, Alicia ensures that culturally responsive literature and topics of social justice are represented. She is a knowledgeable and skilled instructional coach. Jill Taylor.

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OPINION: Florida’s governor and the College Board do not get to decide how we learn Black history

The Hechinger Report

Predominantly white legislatures in at least 35 states in 2021 began pursuing policies or laws that would restrict teaching about race and racism. One group of our students co-created a social justice curriculum that is now being taught in some Delaware schools. The impact is as transformational as some fear.

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How Teach for America Crushed My Passion for Teaching

ED Surge

As a junior in college, TFA’s "mission” of ending educational inequity appealed to students like myself: hardworking and passionate about the intersection of social justice and education. Parachuting In, Unprepared for Duty During the first quarter of the 2020-2021 academic year, I needed to make my first-ever parent call.

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OPINION: Early data offers a sobering look at interrupted and incomplete learning, but there is hope ahead

The Hechinger Report

As we look ahead to creating a new normal, students and families — especially our most vulnerable and often marginalized or excluded — deserve a range of options that affirm their identities, provide wraparound supports, attend to their interests and respond to their needs in culturally relevant and equitable ways. Ngounou, Ed.L.D.,