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Creating future-minded African American men
Of all the projects he completed in the Hearts and Minds program this spring, Roman Putman Jr. is most proud of his “future board.” The shy, well-spoken Fairfield boy, 8, spent hours scanning the pages of magazines for symbols, words or pictures that represent what he wants to do with his life: Become a doctor. […]
Read MoreInterviews of “international experts” about men in early education
Over 20 experts about men in early education have provided an interview in preparation for the The International Conference “Men in Early Childhood Education and Care” on the 27th and 28th of September 2012 in Berlin, Germany. Bryan G. Nelson is quoted: “It’s such a hopeful time for our work recruiting and retaining men to […]
Read MoreTV Show interviewing male teachers
I am the producer and host of the TV show for parents and teachers, CREATING COOPERATIVE KIDS. Last month I did a segment on the importance of more men in education and I interviewed two members of our local MenTeach organization. If it’s possible, I would love to have you share the Youtube clip of […]
Read MoreMan Up: Be a Teacher
Something about our visit to the Dudley Street Neighborhood Initiative a couple of weeks ago stuck with me, and it’s only recently that my percolating thoughts on the matter have condensed into something bloggable. During the welcome presentation, a gentleman from the board of DSNI (or possibly DSNCS) came in to say hi. He spoke […]
Read More50 per cent more males in teaching
According to the BBC, a report funded by the Department for Education (DfE) has suggested that men are not only increasing their presence in the education sector, but are doing so at five times the rate of women. Changes focused on Primary Schools The results of the report, carried out by The Teaching Agency (TTA), […]
Read MoreMenTeach E-News – July 2012
MenTeach E-News July 2012 1) An editorial: Male teachers are a rare and special species in Malaysia 2) Resources for falsely accused teachers 3) Men in elementary classrooms in New Hampshire 4) Too few men choose careers in teaching 5) Male Teacher blazes a new trail in China 6) Michigan Man finds satisfaction teaching overseas […]
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