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Vibrant Democracy

Strengthen, defend, and extend democracy as the best guarantor of universal civil and human rights, at home and around the world, in every facet of life and for every person.

Quality Public Education

Strengthen and recognize public education as a cornerstone of democracy, where schools encourage critical thinking enabling all students to be well-informed and engaged citizens.

A Voice for Working People

Strengthen the essential role of unions in a democracy as organizations that offer workers a voice, lift living standards, enhance institutions, and promote the common good.

Shanker Blog

December Dec17, 2024

Happy Holidays from the Albert Shanker Institute!

Happy holidays from the Albert Shanker Institute!  As we prepare for 2025, we hope you find time in this season of light to rest, enjoy the company of friends, and recharge. We look forward to learning and leading alongside you in 2025.

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December Dec3, 2024

Invest in Democracy: Promote Civic Education

Shanker Board Member Stan Litow writes that as we put the 2024 election behind us we have an opportunity to invest in civics education so the next generation of voters will have a greater understanding of civics and economics.

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December Dec2, 2024

Reading Policy, the Wind and the Sun

It is important to support a culture where teachers share insights and learn from one another's experiences with new instructional approaches. 

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@vkoganpolisci @matt_barnum @mpolikoff @ConversationUS P.S. Here's a nice little 2018 review of NYC-specific studies post-Hoxby: https://t.co/VnBzmrjL4O

1 year 9 months ago