Tag Archives: T3

PARCC Receives Nod from Teach Plus

Posted on 3/23/15 by Carrie Greenaway

For nearly 20 years, the MCAS assessment has been used to test Massachusetts high school students’ proficiency in common core classes, ultimately determining whether or not students are eligible for their high school diploma.  However, a new standardized test has piqued the … Continue reading →

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Boston to Host First “Teach to Lead” Summit Series

Posted on 10/27/14 by Lindsay Durgin

The US Department of Education and the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards created Teach to Lead, which aims to develop teachers as leaders. Boston was selected along with two other cities to host the summit, during which ideas and … Continue reading →

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Pygmalion Effect for Teachers and Students

Posted on 10/13/14 by Lindsay Durgin

The Pygmalion effect links expectations placed upon people with their performance. The higher the expectations, the better they perform. The Center for American Progress recently conducted a study on teachers and the expectations for their students. The study found that … Continue reading →

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SheShinesOn…Monique Burns Thompson, Teach Plus

Posted on 9/9/14 by Lindsay Durgin

Q: You have quite a depth and breadth of experience across sectors – where did you get your start? I started my career in the business sector (Quaker Oat Co.) in marketing and brand management before moving to the education … Continue reading →

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SheShinesOn…Daryl Campbell, TeachPlus

Posted on 11/28/13 by Rachael Weiker

Q: What did you do before working with T3? A: I served as a teacher leader and 6th grade Math teacher in the Public Schools of Brookline. I’ve also designed and led professional development for educators (teacher leaders, principals, and … Continue reading →

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