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PBS News Hour Classroom May 06, 2019

Responding to growing domestic terrorism amid California synagogue shooting

Essential question: Why is anti-Semitism increasing in the U.S.?

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AFT May 03, 2019

Worthy Wage Day is not about wages. It’s about worth

AFT member Amy DuBois discusses the importance of fighting for a worthy wage as an early childhood educator and how she organizes others for action.

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Julia Thompson April 29, 2019

How to Survive Spring Fever at School

From setting clear expectations to incorporating movement and interactive lessons, this blog offers practical tips to help teachers navigate the challenges of springtime distractions while maintaining focus and motivation.

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Randi Weingarten Freedom to Teach speech
Randi Weingarten April 23, 2019

The Freedom to Teach

In this blog, Randi Weingarten speaks on trust, respect and the freedom to teach by developing a culture of collaboration in schools and districts, creating and maintaining proper teaching and learning conditions, and ensuring teachers have voice and agency befitting their profession.

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Amber Chandler April 22, 2019

Get Carried Away at TEACH 2019

I’m a big planner. This is to say, I don’t get “carried away” very often. However, when I arrived at the 2017 TEACH Conference, I did just that, and I’d love to tell you some of the great ways you can enjoy the 2019 TEACH Conference (July 11-13) in Washington, D.C., and how to make the most of the pre-TEACH opportunities on July 10.

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PBS News Hour Classroom April 22, 2019

Democratic 2020 candidates debate reparations

Essential question: How might the opinions of the 2020 candidates on the issue of reparations make a difference to voters?

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AFT April 19, 2019

I’m a Teacher, R-E-S-P-E-C-T

I recently visited my alma mater, Wayne State University, to discuss an idea for mentoring education students.

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PBS News Hour Classroom April 16, 2019

Notre Dame fire and cathedral’s significance

Directions: Read the summary, watch the videos and answer the discussion questions below.

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PBS News Hour Classroom April 12, 2019

Brexit explained: Background and latest news

Essential question: Why is Brexit dividing Britain and what is the impact on the rest of the world?

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AFT April 09, 2019

These kiddos need all hands on deck

To say my students are special is an understatement.

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