Voices of (some) union leaders
Education Sector, the somewhat neo-liberal education think tank, has published an interesting study in which they interview local union leaders in…
5 Minutes
TLN reviews of professional books
Let's say you have a real interest in professional books but not much time to read them. And it's time you don't want to waste. Who might you turn to…
4 Minutes
What happens If teacher leadership is codified?
Several states, including Louisiana, have created or are considering adding endorsements to their state licensing systems 'that would formally…
6 Minutes
On being brave and bold
In her last blog entry of the school year, former National Teacher of the Year Betsy Rogers reflects on what it means to be "brave and bold" -- for…
1 Minute
Standing at the edge of my classroom...
Over the past two years, I've earned considerable professional recognition. I was selected as district Teacher of the Year (in a system with 9,000…
10 Minutes
Saying goodbye to Maria
It's been a difficult day for me because I just learned that yet another remarkable colleague is leaving education. Maria is young and…
6 Minutes
Practice what you preach
This may not be news to you, but I was shocked to learn how many people who are responsible for training teachers hold what we do in such low regard.…
5 Minutes
