David GreeneDavid Greene is a former Social Studies teacher and coach. He is also a program consultant for an organization that helps high schools create and run experiential learning programs for seniors. In addition, he is the author of “Doing the Right Thing: A Teacher Speaks,” is the former Treasurer of Save Our Schools and an active blogger and speaker. His blogs have appeared in Diane Ravitch’s website, EdCircuit, Education Weekly, US News and World Report, and the Washington Post. David writes opinon pieces for EdCircuit. – The opinions he expresses here are solely his own.
O ver the past five months I have had two open-heart surgeries and as a result have spent three weeks in one of the most prestigious hospitals in the United States. I have had two of the world’s best cardiothoracic surgeons do incredible work on my heart. I have had some of the best nursing care one can imagine, and I am on my way to healing the second time. That is the good news.
In his latest article, David Greene tells the story of a retired high school teacher named “Derrick” who became a substitute at a suburban high school.
In this article, David Greene discusses how teacher recruitment and the economic achievement gap have changed in New York City since the late 1960s.
Professional development often addresses different approaches to pedagogy. High school teachers have unique needs in this area as they prepare their students for the academic and life challenges that lie ahead. An approach to consider is one that offers individualized experiential learning. Students can use what they’ve learned in the classroom as they enhance life skills to prepare to transition into the “real world.”
In this interview, David Greene discusses the current state of the teaching profession in America with edCircuit, including its trends and issues.
Teach For America (TFA) has faced criticism in recent years. Brewer and Greene recommend collaboration with TFA for school districts.