2010
More men turn hand to teaching
The economic downturn is believed to be behind a jump in men training to be teachers – a welcome development for schools trying to even up the gender balance. But while secondary schools are pleased to see more male teachers coming through, they say recruiting and retaining enough suitable staff remains a problem. Massey University’s […]
Read MoreEditorial: It’s important to challenge ALL gender bias
We read numerous articles about gender bias. Our focus at MenTeach.org is primarily about challenging stereotypes and bias that men face in education. And we know this is important work. We also think it’s important to challenge any and all gender stereotypes and bias. If we allow stereotypes about women – our co-workers/teachers – then […]
Read MoreMenTeach – E-News – January 2010
MenTeach E-News January 2010 1) Teacher of Year blends lessons together 2) Reader’s Comments about why so few male teachers 3) Coming soon! 4th Men in Early Childhood Education Summit 2010 in New Zealand 4) Career changers wanting to going into teaching 5) John Suur: A caring man to the rescue! 6) School is hiring […]
Read MoreBringing men into nurseries
Contact with male role models is a vital part of growing up. Outside their own family, the best places for young children to meet such role models are nurseries and schools. But while a new survey has found that 55 per cent of parents, and 66 per cent of single parents, want a male childcare […]
Read MoreTeacher of Year blends lessons together
Rows of mini-kitchens and sewing machines line the large life skills lab at West Geauga Middle School in Chester Township, but during class time there’s more than stitching and baking going on. Dale Smith, who recently received Teacher of the Year honors, blends in math, business, and a smattering of other related lessons while instructing […]
Read MoreParents want more male primary school teachers
Parents want more men to work in nurseries and primary schools so youngsters can have access to male role models from an early age, according to two new reports. Research by the Children’s Workforce Development Council found that lone parents were particularly keen to see men involved in early years childcare. A survey of more […]
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