Strong Schools, Strong Cities - Improving Public Education in America
Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Watch a thought-provoking panel discussion from the 2011 Aspen Ideas Festival featuring Newark Mayor Cory Booker and Los Angeles Mayor Antonio R. Villaraigosa as they address the critical issue of public education in America. Explore their perspectives on the challenges facing urban school systems and learn about innovative approaches they're implementing to improve educational outcomes. Gain insights into topics such as demographics, school partnerships, teacher tenure, charter schools, public vs. private resources, philanthropy, and programs like Teach for America. Discover how these influential mayors are leading the charge to strengthen schools and, by extension, their cities, in this informative 78-minute session that highlights the vital connection between quality education and a thriving democracy.
Syllabus
Introduction
Demographics
Framing the Problem
Partnership for LA Schools
Responsibilities
Tenure
Charter Schools
Public vs Private Resources
Philanthropy
Teach for America
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
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