The most popular programs for the Education Reform Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=863 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Wed, 22 May 2013 21:00:46 GMT The founder of [The American Lawyer] magazine and Court TV tells the story of a coalition of unlikely allies in the fight to change a school system that many parents believe is failing the nation's children. He debated education solutions with former Assistant Secretary of Education Diane Ravitch. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300570-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300570-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Ben Carson presented his thoughts on America's current social and political landscape. He examined the similarities between empires that declined and the United States and posited what should be done to deter America from following the same path. Dr. Carson talked about his personal formula for success and the philosophy that helped him overcome his obstacles. The title of his talk was "Think Big," which he used as a mnemonic device for his formula for a successful life based on those letters. He also responded to questions from members of the audience. This Frank A. Nix Lecture on Ethical Leadership was the keynote speech for the 18th Annual Blackburn Institute Winter Symposium, held at the Birmingham Sheraton Hotel. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305144-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305144-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT John Taylor Gatto talked about his book [Weapons of Mass Instruction: A Schoolteacher's Journey Through the Dark World of Compulsory Schooling] (New Society Publishers; October 1, 2008). In the book he discusses compulsory schooling that he says cripples the imagination and discourages critical thinking. He also argues that spending a fortune on college tuition doesn't necessarily lead to acquiring an education. He responded to questions from audience members. This program of the Free State Project's 2009 New Hampshire Liberty Forum was held at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 7, 2009, John Gatto was a teacher in New York Public Schools for almost three decades. He was named New York City Teacher of the Year three times, and in 1991, New York State Teacher of the Year. He is the author of [Dumbing Us Down: The Hidden Curriculum of Compulsory Schooling]; [The Exhausted School: The First National Grassroots Speakout on the Right to School Choice]; and [The Underground History of American Education: A Schoolteacher's Intimate Investigation into the Problem of Modern Schooling]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284691-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284691-2 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Panelists talked about early childhood education programs. Among the topics they addressed were improving Head Start programs, school accountability, education funding, and monitoring the effectiveness of various programs. They also responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301138-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301138-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT New Jersey Governor Chris Christie gave the keynote address at a day-long forum on education reform. He focused on continuing efforts to improve New Jersey schools and lessons learned for other states and locations. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296798-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296798-4 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT A former assistant secretary of education and Brookings Institution fellow analyzes what she calls the death of the American school system through too much testing. She spoke with [Washington Post] education reporter Valerie Strauss. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292469-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292469-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Madeleine Sackler talked about the documentary [The Lottery] which she directed and produced. The documentary tells the story of how children are chosen to participate in charter schools in New York City. It follows the paths of four families from Harlem and the Bronx who hope to get their children into the Harlem Success Academy and out of the New York public school system. It also covers community and school board meetings where the charter school system is debated. Video clips of the documentary were shown. Madeleine Sackler is a 27 year old filmmaker based in New York City. She previously co-directed [Mechina: A Preparation]. She was part of the research team for the Martin Scorsese film [Shine a Light]. Ms. Sackler is a graduate of Duke University. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294243-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294243-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Secretary Arne Duncan talked about the achievements of the Obama administration and his department in kindergarten through twelfth grade education during the preceding four years. He also noted that college enrollment and completion had risen, and nearly 10 million students were attending college with Pell grants, up from 6 million. Following his prepared remarks, he answered written questions submitted by audience members. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308523-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308523-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Wendy Kopp talked about her book [A Chance to Make History: What Works and What Doesn't in Providing an Excellent Education for All] (PublicAffairs, 2011). In her book the founder of Teach for America recounts the creation of the organization in 1990 and its goal to diminish educational inequality. Ms. Kopp reports on the over 25,000 teachers that have taught in low-income areas with Teach for America and presents her thoughts on the current state of education policy in the United States. Wendy Kopp discussed her book with author and New Yorker staff writer, Malcolm Gladwell. She also responded to questions submitted by members of the audience. Paul Holdengraber moderated. ""Teach For America" Revolution: A Catalyst for Education Reform?" was part of the LIVE from the NYPL series at the Celeste Bartos Forum of The New York Public Library. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298070-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298070-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Lisa Delpit contends that recent public education reform efforts, from No Child Left Behind to the proliferation of charter schools, have failed to assist African-American students and address an achievement gap. The author of ["Multiplication Is for White People": Raising Expectations for Other People's Children] contends that black students are not being engaged in the classroom and encourages teachers to re-imagine their curriculum and to reach out and establish real connections with their students. She responded to questions from members of the audience in the Langston Room of Busboys and Poets at 14th and V in Washington, D.C. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305350-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305350-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT E.D. Hirsch, Jr., talked about his book [The Making of Americans: Democracy and Our Schools] (Yale University Press; September 15, 2009). In his book he argues that rejection of academic content in favor of child-centered, how-to methods of teaching is the problem with early education and that closing the inequality gap means that a real content-based curriculum actually has to be taught in elementary school. He projected graphs to illustrate his talk and then responded to questions from members of the audience. E.D. Hirsch, Jr., founder of the Core Knowledge Foundation, recently retired as University Professor of Education and Humanities and Linden Kent Memorial Professor of English Emeritus, University of Virginia. His previous books include [Cultural Literacy] and [The Knowledge Deficit]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289952-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289952-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Education policy advisers from the Obama and Romney campaigns debated education policy, the role of the federal government in education, and the best practices in closing achievement gaps in the U.S. Frederick Hess moderated. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308835-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308835-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT With Republican and Democratic 'Individuals with Disabilities Education Act' sponsors and others standing behind him, President Bush thanked Rep. Castle, Senator Kennedy and other dignitaries who were present. The president spoke briefly and topics included special education teachers, individual tutoring, the role of parents, the reduction of paperwork, and local control. After his remarks he signed the reauthorization of the IDEA legislation with disabled children standing beside him. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184679-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184679-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Kyle Ward examined how history textbooks have depicted historical subjects and events over a span of time. In each chapter of his book he looks at a specific historical topic, from Pocahontas to the Mexican-American War, and presents a collection of passages from a range of textbook publication dates to illustrate how depictions each topic may have changed over time. The Floyd and Walker Family Collection of 19th century textbooks inspired his research for his books [Not Written in Stone: Learning and Unlearning American History through 200 Years of Textbooks] and [History in the Making: An Absorbing Look at How American History Has Changed in the Telling over the Last 200 Years]. He responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294942-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294942-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT In his book [The Bee Eater: Michelle Rhee Takes on the Nation's Worst School District], Richard Whitmire recounts the personal and professional life of former Washington, D.C., school chancellor Michelle Rhee. The author examines Ms. Rhee's three-year tenure as school chancellor and her efforts to reform the school system, which gained national recognition. Richard Whitmire and Michelle Rhee spoke at an event hosted by the national Education Writers Association in Washington, D.C. Topics included her relationship with the press. They responded to questions from members of the audience. Ms. Hendrie moderated. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298130-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298130-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Thernstrom talked about the book she co-authored with her husband, [No Excuses: Closing the Racial Gap in Learning], published by Simon and Schuster. The book examines the racial gap in academic achievement between whites and Asians, on the one hand, blacks and Hispanics on the other hand that is the source of ongoing racial inequality in America. It cites statistics based on standardized test scores and looks at the historic and cultural factors at work in the low academic achievement of blacks and Hispanics and the high achievement of Asians, compared with white students. Also described are several inner-city schools across the nation free of many of the constraints that compromise education in traditional public schools. Many have succeeded in educating minority children and provide models for educational reform. Ms. Thernstrom also discussed the background of the authors and what controversies the book had aroused. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/179913-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/179913-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT President Obama delivered his weekly address and talked about the education plan for elementary and secondary schools he will submit next week. This plan will replace the No Child Left Behind Law. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292516-101 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292516-101 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Charles Murray talked about his book, [Real Education: Four Simple Truths for Bringing America's Schools Back to Reality] (Crown Forum; August 19, 2008). The book takes a critical look at the education system in America and proposes ways to improve it. Among Dr. Murray's assertions are that too many people are going to college. Following his remarks, Dr. Murray responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280529-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280529-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Education policy leaders and professors, contributors to the recently published The Futures of School Reform, talked about reform of the education model in American schools.*They discussed the teacher's role in the classroom, tenure, and collective bargaining and responded to questions from members of the audience. Ross Weiner moderated. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308871-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308871-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Patricia Pickles discussed how to improve the educational system. She showed slides during her presentation and she responded to questions from members of the audience at University of Texas Club League of Business Leaders Luncheon in Austin. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307674-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307674-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Former Florida Governor Jeb Bush made opening remarks at a Foundation for Excellence in Education two-day summit. He called for higher standards in U.S. education, stating that too many children were lagging behind. He outlined his education reform ideas that included accountability, school choice, teacher evaluation, and advancements in technology. The general sessions of the 5th annual Excellence in Action National Summit on Education Reform were held in the JW Marriott Grand Ballroom. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309628-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309628-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Michelle Rhee, former chancellor of the Washington, D.C. public school system, talked about her book, [Radical: Fighting to Put Students First ], in which she recounts her career and presents her thoughts on education reform. Ms. Rhee spoke at the Hudson Union Society in New York City. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310833-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310833-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT William Ouchi talked about his book [The Secret of TSL: The Revolutionary Discovery That Raises School Performance] (Simon & Schuster; September 1, 2009). In his book he reports on his research on 442 schools in eight decentralizing urban school districts. Professor Ouchi advocates giving school principals more control over their own schools, including the budget, and diminishing the workload of teachers. The lower the Total Student Load (TSL), he argues, the better students seem to perform. This approach expands on the reform agenda of his book [Making Schools Work: A Revolutionary Plan to Get Your Children the Education They Need] (Simon & Schuster, September 2003). After his presentation, which was illustrated with slides, he was joined in discussion by Eric Nadelstern and Chester Finn. They responded to questions from members of the audience. Rick Hess moderated. The event "Total Student Load: The Secret to Boosting School Performance?" was held at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 23, 2009, in AEI's Wohlstetter Conference Center. William Ouchi is the co-founder of the UCLA School Management Program. He is the author of four books, including [Theory Z: How American Business Can Meet the Japanese Challenge] (1981), and is a distinguished professor in corporate renewal at the UCLA Andersen School of Management. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289124-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289124-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT The story of parents in a Chicago neighborhood transforming their children's public school from one of the worst to one of the best in the city. The techniques used are being promoted by various groups across the country who believe in school choice. The event was in Washington, D.C., sponsored by D.C. Voice. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291696-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291696-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Michelle Rhee talked about her teaching experiences, her ideas about successful teaching, and her challenges and plans for the District of Columbia schools. She was confirmed by the City Council in July 2007 as the first chancellor of the District of Columbia Public Schools. She also talked about her experiences as chief executive officer and president of The New Teacher Project (TNTP), a non-profit organization that trains teachers to work in urban school districts. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/200550-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/200550-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Dennis Van Roekel talked about federal education policy and financing. Topics included the deficit reduction committee, No Child Left Behind, statewide teacher layoffs, federal education policy, and the impact of teacher unions. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo read news headlines at the end of the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302645-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302645-4 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Richard Rothstein talked about his book [Grading Education: Getting Accountability Right] (Teachers College Press and Economic Policy Inst.; November 1, 2008). He makes a case for holding public schools accountable for more than just test scores. He argues that basic knowledge, basic skills and critical thinking are all needed upon graduation but are not necessarily taught. Mr. Rothstein talked about causes of the achievement gap between middle-class and disadvantaged students and how the measures instituted under the No Child Left Behind Act could be counter-productive. He talked about "The Broader, Bolder Approach to Education" at the Economic Policy Institute, a broad-based approach to education starting with early-childhood care. Mr. Rothstein responded to questions from members of the audience. This was the keynote address of the Pennsylvanians Achieving Academic Success Conference, sponsored by the Pennsylvania-Learning First Alliance and the Pennsylvania State Education Association, held at the Sheraton Harrisburg-Hershey. Richard Rothstein is a former education columnist for [The New York Times] and a current research associate at the Economic Policy Institute. His other works include [Class and Schools: Using Social, Economic and Educational Reform to Close the Black-White Achievement Gap] and [The Way We Were? Myths and Realities of America's Student Achievement]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285403-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285403-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Abigail James and Fatima Goss Graves debated their views on separating boys and girls in school, how the idea is being received by the public, and their opinions on the positives and negatives of teaching genders separately. The Department of Education amended Title IX regulations in 2006, allowing educators to offer single-sex classes. The guests responded to telephone calls and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/203479-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/203479-2 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Prior to signing the No Child Left Behind Act, President Bush spoke to supporters gathered at Hamilton High School about the reforms contained in the legislation and the bipartisan cooperation that allowed it to be passed. Students, teachers, members of Congress and other dignitaries stood behind the president as he signed the Act. Rep. Boehner is chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/168090-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/168090-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT School superintendents talked about education improvement programs implemented in their states. Topics included charter schools and systems that grade schools and teachers. Following their discussion they responded to questions from members of the audience. The program began with a video. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296798-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296798-2 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Educator and author Steve Perry talked with fellow author Joel Klein about his latest book, what he calls a solution-oriented manifesto to better education in the U.S., including how to get rid of bad teachers and how to make boring school curricula exciting. He also responded to questions from members of the audience. This was a Wednesday, May 25, 2011, event on the Insight Uptown Stage at the annual book publishing trade show, Book Expo America. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299713-7 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299713-7 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT "Redesigning High Schools: An International Perspective." The opening plenary session focused on the results of the year's initiative in education, concentrating on the critical need to enact reforms that ensure the high school experience reflects the realities and expectations of higher education and today's global marketplace. Minister Yang and Mr. Thakore provided an international perspective to this crisis in the nation's schools. "Education, Technology and Global Competition." Thomas Friedman continued the education and international themes by talking about his book and about the changes in the international economy, globalization, and the new way of looking at the world that he suggests. After his presentation he answered a few governors' questions. Mr. Friedman's book is [The World Is Flat: A Brief History of the Twenty-First Century], published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux. He is a three-time Pulitzer Prize Winner, a columnist for [The New York Times], and the author of several books. Technical difficulties for approx. 75 seconds during Gov. Warner's introductory remarks. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/187602-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/187602-2 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Former Florida Governor Jeb Bush talked about education reform efforts at the state level. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296798-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296798-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT A panel discussion was held on meeting educational challenges for African Americans in the 21st century, and the significance of President Obama. Panelists talked about what they would tell the President to refresh education and what his top priorities should be. Topics early childhood education, funding, the meaning of "school choice," teacher performance incentives, and the financial markets crisis. Charles Ogletree moderated. "Refresh Education" was part of the "Refresh the World" Symposium presented by Spike Lee, Howard University, and PepsiCo in Cramton Auditorium of Howard University on Martin Luther King Day in celebration of the inauguration of Barack Obama. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283447-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283447-2 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Gatto spoke about his book [A Different Kind of Teacher: Solving the Crisis of American Schooling], published by Berkley Hills Books. The book analyses the roots of the modern American education system, detailing how it was designed to foster economic interests and facilitate management of the labor force. It also offers ways to revitalize the system through emphasis on critical analysis, creativity, practical knowledge, and real-world exposure. The author's lecture focuses on educational policy in the U.S., how children are educated in government operated schools, and the difference between private and public education systems. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/161720-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/161720-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT David Kirp talked about his book, [Improbable Scholars: The Rebirth of a Great American School System and a Strategy for America's Schools], in which he profiles the Union City, New Jersey public school system. In his book, the author reports that Union City, once one of the worst school systems in the state, now graduates ninety percent of its high school students and sixty percent of them go to college. Mr. Kirp argued that these gains have been achieved by an emphasis on early education, support of teachers, and outreach to parents. Mr. Kirp spoke at Union City High School in Union City, New Jersey. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311958-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311958-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Lt. Gen. Julius Becton (Ret.) talks about his autobiography. Gen. Becton, a veteran of WWII and U.S. wars in Korea and Vietnam, served as the director of FEMA from 1985 to 1989. This talk was hosted by Knollwood, a military retirement community in Washington, DC. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290054-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290054-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Chief executive officers talked about the importance of education on America's competitiveness in the global economy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296798-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296798-3 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Radio talk show host Bill Bennett talked about the latest developments in the 2012 presidential campaign. He talked about how the unrest in the Middle East has thrust foreign policy and national security issues into the forefront of the presidential race. Other topics included his relationship with Republican vice presidential candidate Representative Paul Ryan. The former Reagan administration secretary of education also talked about the teachers' strike in Chicago. He responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo listed at the end of the program that day's guests on major talk shows . http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308222-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308222-4 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Sarah Carr talks about her book, [Hope Against Hope: Three Schools, One City, and the Struggle to Educate America's Children], in which she follows a student, teacher, and principal as they negotiate New Orleans' school system. In her book, the author explores the results of the Louisiana state legislature's decision in 2005, shortly after Hurricane Katrina, to reassign control of the majority of New Orleans' public schools to the Recovery School District administered by the state. Sarah Carr spoke at Garden District Book Shop in New Orleans. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311471-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311471-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT In his book Michael Brick recounts an academic year at John H. Reagan High School in Austin, Texas, and profiles the school's principal Anabel Garza and many teachers, students, and staff. The focus is the school's near closure in 2008 and its subsequent turnaround. At this event Michael Brick was joined by the principal, a teacher, and a coach in responding to questions from members of the audience at BookPeople bookstore in Austin, Texas. The event, attended by many teachers, students, and parents, celebrated the local high school. Mr. Brick's wife graduated from Reagan High School. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308048-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308048-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Michael Cohen talked about the recent new English and math national standards for students proposed by the nation's governors and state school chiefs. He talked about the new standards, why they're needed and how they'll be implemented, and how current budget cuts and proposed changes to the academic week could impact student achievement. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292513-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292513-5 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Wendy Kopp was interviewed about her organization, Teach for America, and its impact on America's public schools. Teach For America provides recent college graduates and other young professionals of all academic majors an opportunity to teach for at least two years in urban and rural public schools. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/200800-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/200800-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Paglia argued that primary and secondary education should impart more meaning to students. She said that students should study more traditional subjects in more traditional methods. After her remarks she answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/115418-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/115418-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Levin was interviewed in the band room at the KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) Academy Charter School in the Bronx, New York, where he is the superintendent and also one of the mathematics teachers. He described in detail the theories he and his KIPP co-founder developed for the free, college-preparatory schools. There are 38 KIPP charter schools in the U.S. Topics included longer school days, family involvement, high expectations, and focus on college. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184663-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184663-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee Chair Tom Harkin (D-IA) talked about a new education bill to replace the No Child Left Behind education law, which his committee approved the previous day. Other topics included the status of President Obama's jobs legislation, and the status of health care legislation following President Obama's withdrawal of support for a long-term care program that is part of the law. After the interview, the reporters discussed the senator's responses with the host. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302217-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302217-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Michele Cahill talked about ways in which math and science education in the U.S. can be reformed to better compete in the global economy. She responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. She talked about a report, [The Opportunity Equation: Transforming Mathematics and Science Education for Citizenship and the Global Economy], issued Wednesday, June 10, 2009, by the Carnegie Corporation of New York-Institute for Advanced Study Commission on Mathematics and Science Education. The report recommendations include establishing better common standards for the nation in mathematics and science along with high-quality assessments and improving methods of recruiting and preparing math and science teachers. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/287004-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/287004-5 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Salome Thomas-El, principal of Reynolds Elementary School in Philadelphia, discussed his memoir [I Choose to Stay: A Black Teacher Refuses to Desert the Inner City], published by Dafina Books. Raised in a single parent household, Mr. Thomas-El was a product of Philadelphia's inner city school system. However, he was identified early as gifted and was encouraged to excel by both his mother and his teachers. After graduating from college, he decided to pursue a career in television or the law. While working as an intern for a sports channel at night, he began substituting in schools during the day. The experience inspired him to pursue a master's degree and the necessary certification to become a teacher. During his tenure at Roberts Vaux Middle School, Mr. Thomas-El implemented programs such as the 100-book challenge, Saturday tutoring, in-school breakfasts and a successful chess program where his students won national competitions. Mr. Thomas-El read excerpts from his book and recounted some of his experiences as a teacher. Current and former members of his chess team were introduced after Mr. Thomas-El's remarks. A few minutes of the program were lost near the end. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/163189-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/163189-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Jennifer Marshall talked about the education policy under Republicans, including the call from some Tea Party hopefuls to abolish the Education Department. She also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296321-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296321-5 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Tennessee Reed talked about her book [Spell Albuquerque: Memoir of a "Difficult" Student] (AK Press; March 1, 2009). In the book she recounts being diagnosed at an early age with a language-based communication disorder and being told she would never read or write. She recalls her efforts to get the education she would need and the reform that she argues is necessary for other Black, Hispanic, and gay students with learning disabilities. She read passages from the book and responded to questions from members of the audience. Tennessee Reed is the author of several books of poetry. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289185-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289185-1 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT