Teacher Beat
From changes to teacher evaluation to the inner workings of the teachers’ unions, reporter Madeline Will kept you up to date on the biggest issues shaping the teaching profession. This blog is no longer being updated, but you can continue to explore these issues on edweek.org by visiting our related topic pages: teaching profession.
Teaching Profession
Math Teacher Unseats Ky. House Leader Who Spearheaded Pension Changes
In the latest victory for educators, a high school math teacher ousted a Kentucky incumbent who co-authored the controversial pension reform bill.
Teaching Profession
Will the Largest Teachers' Union Lose 10 Percent of Its Members?
According to a news report, the National Education Association plans to slash its budget by $50 million, anticipating an unfavorable ruling in the Janus case.
Teaching Profession
Q&A
Randi Weingarten on Janus: 'It Will Be a Bumpy Ride' for Unions
Education Week talked with American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten about how unions are preparing for the Janus decision.
Teaching Profession
North Carolina Teachers Turn Out in Droves for Daylong Protest
A sea of red-clad teachers took to the streets around North Carolina's legislative building in Raleigh to fight for higher pay and more school funding. See photos from the event.
Teaching Profession
The Latest in a Season of Protests: N.C. Teachers Will Rally on Wednesday
Thousands of teachers will head to the state capital on Wednesday to call for a nearly $10,000 raise over four years and an increase to per-pupil spending.
Recruitment & Retention
Fla. Superintendent to Become the New Teacher Center's Next CEO
Desmond Blackburn, the superintendent of the Brevard County, Fla., school district, will lead the nonprofit that's well known for its work mentoring incoming educators across the country.
Teaching Profession
Teacher-Prep Rankings That Use Student Test Scores Are Not Reliable, Says Analysis
States using student test scores to rank teacher-prep programs should find a better way, according to new analysis.
Teaching Profession
Education Week Wants to Hear From Teachers Running for State Office
The number of teacher-candidates for governorships and roles in state legislatures is growing by the day. Ed Week wants to know more about these candidates.
Teaching Profession
Colorado Lawmakers Pass Pension Reform Bill in Late-Night Deal
The final version of the bill reduces the cost-of-living raises and increases employee contributions to their retirement, among other changes.
Teaching Profession
States Should Make Sure Teachers Are 'Meaningfully Compensated,' Report Says
In determining salaries, states should go beyond counting years of teaching and degrees earned, and consider factors such as performance and non-teaching work experience, argues the National Council on Teacher Quality.
Teaching Profession
Weeks After Statewide Protests, Teachers in One Colorado City Are on Strike
Weeks after the widespread teacher protests in Colorado, Pueblo teachers went on strike for higher pay and better benefits.
Teaching Profession
After Split, a Local Affiliate Battles With State and National Unions for Members
The 11,000-member local union in Las Vegas, Nev., Clark County Education Association, broke ties with its state and national union last week.
Teaching Profession
Next Stop for Widespread Teacher Activism? North Carolina
Thousands of North Carolina teachers will take leave on May 16 to protest at the state capitol, forcing some school districts to close.
Teaching Profession
Arizona Teacher Strike to End, But Many Vow to Continue Fighting
The weeklong Arizona teacher strike was set to end with Gov. Doug Ducey's signature on a teacher pay raise plan Thursday—but teachers aren't declaring this a victory.