Tag Archives: Finland

Educational reform in the US and Finland

While homogeneity in Finland certainly plays a role in the different trajectories of educational reform in the United States and Finland, a closer look reveals that there might be more at play: resources:  PBS teaching timeline Education Reform in Finland … Continue reading

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My Letter of Resignation

featured in The Washington Post’s The Answer Sheet I applaud the resolution of educators such as Gerald J. Conti and Kris L. Nielsen, for publicly deciding to remove themselves from the classroom, especially because they have used their dissent as … Continue reading

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A message to parents from your child’s teacher

Dear Parent/Guardian, I am your child’s teacher.  My role as educator extends far beyond the walls of my classroom.  It is my profession, what I practice.   I have chosen to devote the better part of what will be the years … Continue reading

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