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Bookmark the New AAE Charter Blog
posted by: Cindy Omlin | May 29, 2012, 02:53 pm   


As you know, AAE recently launched a new website for the charter school community: www.aaecharters.org. The new website is geared toward charter school teachers, administrators, education reform leaders, associations, and interested parties searching for timely updates and research on issues affecting the public charter school community.

 
Cell Phones in the Modern Classroom
posted by: Cindy Omlin | May 23, 2012, 04:20 pm   


According to recent statistics, cell phone usage among American students has exploded in the last two years. Once strictly limited during school hours, cell phones are now commonly used by students throughout the school day. While some stakeholders believe cell phone technology can enrich the classroom experience or provide students a level of security, others are finding them to be a distraction, leaving administrators searching for policies that balance technology needs with a structured environment conducive to student learning.

 
House Committee Holds Congressional Hearing on Choice Options
posted by: Cindy Omlin | May 18, 2012, 05:33 pm   


In light of the rise of public charter schools and the growing popularity of parent-trigger laws and tuition tax credits across the country, the House Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education held a congressional hearing yesterday to examine state and local efforts to increase parental engagement and school choice options.

 
Teachers Sell Lesson Plans for Big Bucks Using Online Marketplace
posted by: Cindy Omlin | May 18, 2012, 01:38 pm   


The AAE blog often features stories on how the internet has revolutionized the teaching profession. From social networking to curriculum blogs and educator forums, tech-savvy teachers are able to connect on an entirely new level using online tools. While there are plenty of free resources available on the internet, a new website called Teachers Pay Teachers is making waves for its ability to allow teachers to sell their go-to lesson plans via an innovative online marketplace.

 
Getting More Out of Your Teacher Evaluations
posted by: Cindy Omlin | May 15, 2012, 06:46 pm   

In most states and school districts, teacher evaluations have become a fact of life. While the intended goal of evaluations is to help support and improve teacher performance, many teachers struggle with making the most out of their evaluations. Though many of the components of teacher evaluations lie outside of a teacher's control, there are things any teacher can do to ensure they benefit from their evaluation. Here are a few suggestions:
 
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