http://www.c-spanvideo.org/person/747 Albert Shanker's recent appearances from the C-SPAN networks en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:14:22 GMT C-SPAN Person Recent Appearances http://www.c-spanvideo.org/videoLibrary/showPicture.php?personid=747&width=130 http://www.c-spanvideo.org/person/747 136 488 Head shot of {$person->name} President Clinton spoke at an American Federation of Teachers memorial service for Albert Shanker, who died in February. Shanker served as president of the AFT for more than 20 years. He talked about Mr. Shanker's interest in higher education standards and his ability to energize those around him. The president praised Shanker as a wise and fair man and announced that those who participate in the international programs in civic education will be called Shanker Fellows. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/80252-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) White House Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/80252-1 Thu, 10 Apr 1997 03:32:00 GMT Mr. Shanker spoke about how the many challenges facing U.S. schools can be addressed. He also criticized political leaders for not changing public education as most citizens would like and announced a program to ensure that government officials learn what most citizens want out of the U.S. educations system. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/71197-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/71197-1 Mon, 15 Apr 1996 07:49:00 GMT After dinner, participants on the panel answered written questions from the audience about topics discussed earlier in the day, especially setting standards and assessing students and teachers compliance with them. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/70790-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/70790-1 Wed, 27 Mar 1996 09:27:00 GMT Current news events and political issues were examined through reviews of the morning newspapers; interviews with newsmakers, journalists and legislators; and viewer telephone calls, faxes and electronic mail. In the first segment, Ms. Sweet reviewed current news stories, including the proposed Chase and Chemcial bank merger that would create a new largest U.S. bank. In a telephone interview, Mr. McKenna talked about his article that compares President Lincoln's stance on slavery to the current debate over abortion. In the newspaper roundtable, Mr. Mellor and Mr. Shanker discussed current events topics, including Governor Wilson's campaign announcement in New York on Monday. In the computer segment, Mr. Case talked about what is available on America Online and C-SPAN Online. In the last segment, Dr. Kessler talked about the Food and Drug Administration's new effort to reduce teen smoking by placing further restrictions on cigareete advertisements. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/66873-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Call-In http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/66873-1 Tue, 29 Aug 1995 11:00:00 GMT President Clinton spoke to the American Federation of Teachers at the Sheraton Washington Hotel. His administration always worked to befriend education, the president said. He also reconized that teachers in schools see the results of moral or economic problems from home. Family values or moral problems can become economic problems, or vice versa, President Clinton said. He outlined fourteen ideas on how to help families keep there lives on track. Some policy suggestions he listed included targeted tax cuts, raising the minimum wage, and tougher child support enforcement. The president also touched on easier college loans and AmeriCorps. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/73915-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) White House Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/73915-1 Fri, 28 Jul 1995 17:33:00 GMT The participants spoke with reporters and answered questions on what students from the U.S., France, Germany and Scotland are expected to know and how prepared they are for the business world. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/66025-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) News Conference http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/66025-1 Sat, 08 Jul 1995 12:05:00 GMT Committee members heard testimony on what role the federal government should play in creating educational standards. Last year, Congress approved the Clinton administration's Education Goals 2000 legislation, creating the National Educational Standards and Improvement Council, which reviews all state educational standards. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/64117-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) House Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/64117-1 Thu, 23 Mar 1995 09:38:00 GMT Current news events and political issues were examined through reviews of the morning newspapers; interviews with journalists, newsmakers and legislatures; and viewer telephone calls, faxes and electronic mail. Mr. Gosselin talked about this week's activities in Congress and the president's budget plan. In the newspaper roundtable, Mr. Kelly and Ms. Postrel discussed headlines from various papers across the country. In a point-counterpoint discussion, Reps. Luther and Wicker discussed the House freshman classes. Via remote link, Mr. Shanker discussed school safety and discipline. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/63111-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Call-In http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/63111-1 Fri, 03 Feb 1995 12:01:00 GMT The participants discussed the plan of action that is needed to break the cycle of violence that is destroying the lives of our young people. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/61268-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/61268-1 Wed, 02 Nov 1994 07:48:00 GMT The participants discussed the nature of youth violence, how to advocate a more sensible and effective balance between punishment and prevention, and how to implement creative policies and programs throughout the country. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/61267-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) News Conference http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/61267-1 Wed, 02 Nov 1994 07:06:00 GMT In a seminar for state and local education leaders, Mr. Shanker spoke on the changing role of classrooms in U.S. public schools. He is in favor of full inclusion of students with special needs into regular classes. He also discussed the problems this inclusion poses for education. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/53785-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/53785-1 Sat, 15 Jan 1994 08:48:29 GMT The Dunlop Commission, established by the Departments of Labor and Commerce, heard testimony on labor relations from officials of small businesses and from officers of labor organizations. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/53041-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/53041-1 Thu, 16 Dec 1993 07:04:00 GMT The participants discussed education reform and responded to questions from students, teachers, and community leaders via satellite from Billings, Montana. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/52595-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/52595-1 Mon, 29 Nov 1993 21:59:00 GMT Secretary Riley spoke to a large audience attending the QUEST 1993 conference of the American Federation of Teachers. The conference focused on the creation of standards for students and teachers in the American educational system. Secretary Riley spoke on the educational reforms advocated by the Clinton administration, including education standards and school facility improvements. Following his prepared remarks, Sec. Riley responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/46593-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/46593-1 Mon, 12 Jul 1993 04:07:00 GMT Secretary Reich spoke to an audience of teachers on the relationship between education policy and jobs in the American economy. In a speech sprinkled with humorous remarks, the secretary emphasized the importance of the American educational system in instilling American youth with the knowledge and training needed to keep the American economy afloat through increasing productivity. Following his prepared remarks, he responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/44817-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/44817-1 Sat, 10 Jul 1993 10:20:00 GMT Mr. Shanker spoke to an audience of teachers attending the QUEST conference of the American Federation of Teachers in Washington, DC. In his remarks, he addressed the problems teachers face in attempting to set standards for their students, including problems of infrastructure, school violence, and limited school funding. He also compared standards set for students in other countries with students in the United States. Following his prepared remarks, Mr. Shanker responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/44626-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/44626-1 Fri, 09 Jul 1993 00:03:00 GMT The participants of this forum discuss subjects such as, statewide school restructuring in Kentucky, improving school achievement and job skills in California, and youth serving the community in Boston. After the each participant spoke separately, they answered questions from the audience as a group. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/39327-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/39327-1 Sat, 03 Apr 1993 09:52:00 GMT The Alliance for Redesigning Government held a news conference to announce formally its creation and to set forth its goals for reforming federal, state, and local government through a nationwide network of individuals from around the country. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/39594-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/39594-1 Mon, 22 Mar 1993 19:49:55 GMT Members of the association met to discuss the future of their organization during their annual meeting. During the meeting members discussed the role of government in higher education issues. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/38097-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/38097-1 Sat, 06 Feb 1993 04:35:00 GMT Economists and business executives continued to discuss U.S. economic issues in the Robinson Convention Center in Little Rock. Issues brought up during the session included U.S. education policies. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/36082-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/36082-1 Mon, 14 Dec 1992 23:44:00 GMT Representatives of AFT and Chrysler Corporation spoke in a news conference to announce the release of a report emphasizing the importance of parental involvement in educating America's youth. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/34715-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) News Conference http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/34715-1 Mon, 16 Nov 1992 13:20:00 GMT At the closing plenary session, the main topic of discussion was education. Gov. Ashcroft, present chairman of the National Governors' Association, opened the session with a talk on the progess made in education and the goals not yet reached. Mr. Whittle talked about "Inventing New Schools" which included discussion on the Channel 1 education project and the Edison Project. Mr. Shanker spoke against Mr. Wittle's private, profit making schools. He argued that the schools would exclude some children and regulate to strictly methods of learning. After the two presentations, Mr. Wittle and Mr. Shanker responded to the governors' questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/30577-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/30577-1 Wed, 05 Aug 1992 01:21:00 GMT Several Democratic office-holders from around the nation delivered brief remarks during the final evening of the 1992 Democratic National Convention. The remarks period included a brief moment of silence during which the delegates bowed their heads in silent tribute to prominent Democrats who had passed away since the previous convention. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/27148-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/27148-1 Thu, 16 Jul 1992 21:23:06 GMT The guests discussed President Bush's GI bill for children. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/48994-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Television Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/48994-1 Fri, 26 Jun 1992 17:40:00 GMT The participants briefed reporters on government attempts to improve the health of children. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/42261-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) News Conference http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/42261-1 Tue, 11 Feb 1992 15:50:00 GMT Mr. Kozol, who joined the discussion by telephone, Mr. Shanker, and Mr. Toch discussed the state of the education process in the United States through the 1980's, and the direction that the nation is taking so far in the 1990's. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/22778-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Call-In http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/22778-1 Tue, 19 Nov 1991 02:11:00 GMT The National Council on Educational Standards and Testing discussed several issues involved with education during their interim council meeting in the Hyatt Regency hotel in Washington, DC. Participants in the discussion included administration officials, educators, governors, and academic officials interested in reform of the American educational system. Issues involved in the discussion included national testing for educational standards, which would allow comparisons of educational attainment between students at the same grade level across the country, and the standards for student performance. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/20527-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/20527-1 Fri, 16 Aug 1991 01:05:00 GMT The speakers discussed the costs and benefits of introducing a choice program into the public school system. The main point of disagreement between the speakers was if choice should only apply to public schools, making them more competitive, or should also apply to private schools, giving parents more options. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/20384-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/20384-1 Mon, 12 Aug 1991 16:45:00 GMT Mr. Shanker spoke to the 1991 conference of the American Federation of Teachers on U.S. education policies, including the new America 2000 education initiatives advocated by President Bush. In his speech entitled, "Rebuilding Public Education: America's Foundation for the 21st Century," Mr. Shanker discussed the national education goals produced by the National Education Goals Panel, which he lauded overall but some of which he described as silly. He also discussed statistics relating to the problems of American education, and criticized initiatives to provide public funds for private schools. He supplied evidence to support his argument that private schools do not necessarily perform better in teaching skills to students than public schools. He advocated raising the standards for high school graduation as well as providing alternative vocational training for students who do not choose to attend college. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/19661-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/19661-1 Mon, 22 Jul 1991 16:45:00 GMT Secretary of Education Alexander explained the main points of the Bush administration's America 2000 program for American education to the 1991 annual conference of the American Federation of Teachers. Introduced by President Bush earlier in the year, the American 2000 put forth a number of new initiatives in education, including merit promotions and pay raises for teachers, national skills assessment testing for the nation's schoolchildren, parental choice over their children's schools, federal funding for scholarships to private schools, and a new type of American school. Many of the America 2000 initiatives are contained in the six goals set forth for American education by the National Education Goals Panel, a presidential commission organized to analyze U.S. schools. Secretary Alexander discussed the application of many of the America 2000 initiatives in Colorado, and said America was making progress toward improving its educational system. He responded to questions from the audience on the American educational system following his prepared remarks. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/19476-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/19476-1 Sat, 20 Jul 1991 00:06:00 GMT Mr. Shanker, president of the American Federation of Teachers, held a news conference to respond to reporters' questions on education issues during the annual conference of the American Federation of Teachers in Washington. He discussed the America 2000 education initiatives introduced by President Bush earlier in 1991, and said the booing that greeted Secretary Alexander during his appearance at the conference was uncalled for. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/19838-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) News Conference http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/19838-1 Fri, 19 Jul 1991 15:42:00 GMT The Interim Council on Standards and Testing continued to discuss possible national standards for academic achievement in U.S. schools and methods for assessing achievement through national testing. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/18739-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/18739-1 Sun, 30 Jun 1991 06:41:24 GMT On the second day of hearings on American competitiveness in international trade, the committee heard testimony on the education, training, and performance of the American work force. Witnesses testified on methods of improving American competitiveness through improvements of the American education system, including vocational training programs, and federal education assistance programs. While witnesses generally accepted the premise that improvements in the education of America's work force would aid American competitiveness in foreign markets, methods of attaining improvements in education differed. Rep. Gephardt advocated a tax cut for middle income Americans in order to increase their ability to send their kids to college, and education representatives discussed improvements in curricula and the structure of American schools. Secretary Alexander appeared only briefly, and will reappear before the committee later in the month. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/18269-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) House Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/18269-1 Thu, 06 Jun 1991 01:45:01 GMT The speakers discussed how to rebuild a national community in the United States. The Aspen Institute is dedicated to helping national and international leaders understand and act upon the issues that confront the national and international communities. It is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/13414-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/13414-1 Sat, 04 Aug 1990 08:54:00 GMT The National Governors' Association concluded its three days of meetings with a closing plenary session. They discussed the savings and loan crises and expressed a growing concern about the increasing size of the federal bailout. Governor Thompson, who is retiring this year, unsuccessfully opposed a resolution calling for a commisssion to investigate the savings and loan crisis. The retiring governors were honored. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/13372-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/13372-1 Sun, 05 Aug 1990 19:46:00 GMT The speakers from all levels of government were concerned that the federal budget negotiators may have eliminated state and local taxes as a deduction on federal tax returns. They made the argument that such "double taxation" would be an infringement on state's rights. After their brief statements, the speakers responded to questions from reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/13299-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) News Conference http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/13299-1 Fri, 27 Jul 1990 04:20:38 GMT The Department of Education and the Department of Labor sponsor a symposium to examine the school-to-work linkage in an effort to establish a quality workforce. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12271-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12271-1 Wed, 16 May 1990 07:12:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/9196-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/9196-1 Mon, 25 Sep 1989 05:13:00 GMT After a meeting with President Bush, National Education Association leaders answered reporters' questions. They said they were glad to be able to explain to the president what they wanted the September 27 education summit to accomplish. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/9082-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) White House Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/9082-1 Wed, 13 Sep 1989 17:56:40 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/8467-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/8467-1 Mon, 24 Jul 1989 09:02:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/8317-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/8317-1 Sat, 02 Sep 1989 10:12:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/7910-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/7910-1 Tue, 06 Jun 1989 01:19:05 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/4959-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/4959-1 Sat, 05 Nov 1988 09:29:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/5548-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/5548-1 Mon, 02 Jan 1989 17:03:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/1996-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) National Press Club http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/1996-1 Fri, 01 Apr 1988 10:01:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/943-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/943-1 Thu, 24 Dec 1987 02:04:56 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/57650-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) National Press Club http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/57650-1 Wed, 09 Sep 1987 04:00:00 GMT