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Bearded, Beardless and Fearless in Wisconsin
[MenTeach: Dr. Jill has been working to increase and retain men in her education program. We asked her to write about her experiences as a woman facilitator.] It was a moment of great anticipation and excitement as I sat among a group of young male early childhood preservice students gathering to adopt the by-laws to their […]
Read MoreIndiana University – South Bend recruiting minority, male teachers
The lack of minority men teaching in the classroom is a growing problem nationwide. IU South Bend is hoping to change that locally though. The university’s vision is to help minority male students pursue teaching and then place them. The goal is for the future educators to be an example to the students who may […]
Read MoreBoise State student encounters child care sexism
As more parents and primary caregivers work outside the home than ever before, demand for early childhood caregivers is on the rise. More women are forging new careers elsewhere, leaving the field scrambling to keep up, and care professionals are looking at men as a solution. “We believe that everyone, male or female, brings values […]
Read MoreUniversity of Wisconsin – Stout Men continue to do more.
Remember how you suggested that I document our progress in the Men’s group? Well, over spring break I ended up writing a little bit about this process. It is from my perspective. We also had Aric Bieganek from MacPhail Center for Music in Minneapolis come to our meeting last night and he shared his […]
Read MoreStudents explore urban teaching – young men teach – Duplicate – [#2605]
Marquise Cottman knows he wants to become a teacher, but not just anywhere. His dream is to help students who have to overcome the challenges of growing up in an inner-city neighborhood, like the one he was raised in just blocks from Temple University in North Philadelphia. Cottman, 17, took his first step on that […]
Read MoreSocial Justice and Equity Conference for Male Educators in Canada
Interested in learning more about the diversity of ETFO programs, partnerships and supports as a male educator? The Social Justice and Equity Conference for Male Educators will explore the diversity of ETFO programs and outreach while also addressing challenges faced by males in a rapidly changing school system and teacher union. Date: March 27-28, 2015 […]
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