Connecting Minds to Learning

We have known for a long time that many schools are setup for students who have ‘size four feet.’  This is wonderful news for all those students who have ‘size four feet.’ But what about those students who, for one reason or another don’t fit? 

Every student learns in a different way and it is as important as ever to be creating classrooms that meet the learning needs of all students.   I have been thinking for a long time about how I can be a better advocate for this position and have some influence on education policymakers.   This is an idea that was reinforced when I read the chapter Advocate and Serve in Forces For Good  (Leslie Crutchfield and Heather McLeod Grant, 2008).  The big question though, is how can we as educators possibly influence education policy at local, state, federal or international levels?  After all we are teachers, not professional lobbyists or activists.

The Teacher Network Leadership Institute has published a new digital book entitled Making the Case.  The book introduces educators to strategies we can use to ensure that our voices inform and influence education policymaking—so that policy best supports teaching and learning for all students. 

So, if you are keen to make your voice heard about this important issue (or any other educational issue you feel most strongly about) then this book is a great place to make a start. 

>click here to download your copy of this book…