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What is it to be a man?
MenTeach: There is much discussion about men teachers being male role models. It’s important to keep in mind that the idea of what “maleness” is – is constantly changing. Here is an excerpt from “Asking the Right Questions about Baltimore’s African-American Underclass Men and Boys” by Jack Kammer COMMONLY ACCEPTED OBJECTS AND ACTIVITIES THAT ONCE […]
Read MoreDoes a male teachers deep voice make a difference in discipline?
[MenTeach: This discussion was posted to the ECEMen’s list in July 2007. We thought it would be of interest to MenTeach readers.] I am starting work on an article concerning gender differences and conceptions of classroom and behavior management in an ECE environment and I’m looking for some input. Last year I was asked to […]
Read MoreM.E.N. Retreat – A Massachusetts and New Hampshire operation with regional aspirations
Men in Education Network (M.E.N. Interest Forum) – October 6, 2007 I. Biographies – The men shared their experience working in early education. II. Professional Assistance – Forming relationships between male educators and parents: Bulletin Board “Meet the Men” at your center. Bio’s, background etc… with section in the middle on “a balanced approach” that […]
Read MoreCome Back, Mr. Chips
Stereotyping, low pay, lack of role models. Why the number of men teaching in schools is at a 40-year low. When numerous fellow teachers asked Josh Holt to mentor their students last year at Heber Hunt Elementary in Sedalia, Mo., Holt initially felt a burst of pride. It was his first year at the school […]
Read MoreIs there a difference between white and black teachers?
[MenTeach: A great editorial in the New York Times – be certain to link to the site to read the comments – they are very interesting. Thanks to Roy for forwarding the article to me.] Will Okun is a Chicago school teacher who traveled with Nick Kristof in June to central Africa, on the win-a-trip […]
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