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Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Where’s the flexibility for teachers?
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Two state laws excuse school districts from some rules, provided the systems improve student learning.
There are charter school districts, which include Decatur and Marietta. And there’s a new state program, which Gwinnett County school leaders are eager to join.
Leaders in the school districts talk about how freedom and flexibility will let them try new teaching methods and set up the school day in ways to improve student achievement.
I bet that a lot of teachers would appreciate some freedom over how they run their classrooms. They spend the most time with the students and should know best what these kids need.
Where are the programs to give teachers greater flexibility?
