2015
Adam Buckingham – Trash to Treasures founder – died February 1
MenTeach: It is with true regret that I wanted to tell readers that we have lost a creative, talented, unique man in the early education profession. Adam Buckingham of New Zealand died on February 1, 2015. I met Adam more than 10 years ago through e-mail correspondence. He wanted to use some of my early MenTeach […]
Read MoreClosing the Gender Gap: 20 Top Teacher Ed Colleges for Men
[MenTeach: This is an interesting site that offers summary information about the states and universities with the highest percentage of men in education programs.] Traditionally, most teachers and teacher education students have been women. However, an increasing number of male college students are enrolling in teacher education classes and choosing education as a major. Some […]
Read MoreSex: How does it affect our education system?
http://www.bachelor-of-education.org/gender/ source:http://www.bachelor-of-education.org/gender/
Read MoreNumbers of men increases at a Wisconsin University
[MenTeach: It’s been great watching one person increase the numbers of men at her university education program. If she can do it at a university in the middle of Wisconsin, we can all make these efforts and see an increase in the number of men enrolled. Read more about her program here. And here.] Here’s my exciting […]
Read MoreMale teachers in Utah try to live on teacher’s salary
The fifth grade students in Brad Ericksen’s class know what their teacher will be doing after school today. They can tell by his outfit — a navy blue shirt and khaki pants. He’ll be working at Walmart. “I work there to make ends meet,” says Ericksen, whose wife stays home with their three kids. The […]
Read More2015 MenTeach-New England Emerging Professional Award
Do you know a man in early childhood education who meets these criteria? Has been in the field for less than five years years Works directly with young children Is a model for teaching and caring Advocates for men in the lives of children Demonstrates leadership The recipient or designee must be available to receive […]
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