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Additional Links The National Center for Teacher Quality - Advocates reforms to improve teacher quality. Education Commission of the States Conducts research and provides resources on education issues to help state leaders develop education policies. American Federation of Teachers A national organization of teachers that offers ways for teachers to unite to improve the quality of their teaching and to support issues related to their economic, social, and professional well being. Education Week Reports weekly news on education-related issues and information. Education Sector Develops original education research and analyzes existing policies to assist in making decisions about key education concerns. EduWonk Presents opinions and thoughts about education issues in the form of a blog written primarily by Andrew Rotherman, co-founder and co-director of Education Sector. Alliance for Excellent Education Focuses on transforming at-risk, low-performing high schools to better prepare students for postsecondary education and life success. The Thomas B. Fordham Foundation Strives to spread public awareness of education issues and reform to improve elementary and secondary education by carrying out and publishing research projects, as well as funding partner organizations dedicated to the same goal. American Association of School Administrators Provides support to education leaders and informs them of effective ways to improve school systems. Council of Chief State School Officers Brings together state public officials dedicated to improving the quality of education and informs organizations, federal agencies, Congress, and the public of their views. Research for Better Schools Supports and provides services to schools and educational organizations in their efforts to improve student learning and teacher quality. SAS EVAAS Uses Dr. Sanders' value-added methodology to process statistics for schools and districts to use to measure school effectiveness. The Project on the Next Generation of Teachers - A research project carried out by the Harvard Graduate School of Education that aims to investigate issues surrounding attracting, supporting, and retaining teachers. School Matters Presents statistics and information about schools and school districts for the public to use. Rethinking Schools An education magazine providing readers with insights on education reform ideas. Third Education Group A non-partisan group that offers criticism to both Democratic and Republican views on education debates. | |||||||||
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