National Education
The National Education Association (NEA) is the largest union in the U.S., with over 2.7 million members (source: Wikipedia Union DataLinks to an external site.). For this discussion go to the NEA WebsiteLinks to an external site. and spend some time exploring their site and reading the information provided. Create a post with the following:
FIRST Post:
1. What stood out to you most from the NEA homepage? Provide a brief description of the article/wording that stood out to you. Why did this catch your attention?
2. Go beyond the first page and spend some time exploring the NEA website. What else to stood to you from the website, beyond the first page, and why? Discuss.
Sample Solution
The first thing that stood out to me on the NEA homepage was the headline: "NEA: Every student deserves a great public education." This headline is simple but powerful, and it speaks to the heart of what the NEA stands for. I am a big believer in the power of public education, and I appreciate that the NEA is committed to ensuring that all students have access to a quality education.
Full Answer Section
- Go beyond the first page and spend some time exploring the NEA website. What else to stood to you from the website, beyond the first page, and why? Discuss.
- For educators: The NEA website has a wide range of resources for educators, including lesson plans, professional development opportunities, and advocacy tools. I found the lesson plans to be particularly helpful, as they were well-organized and easy to use.
- For students: The NEA website also has resources for students, such as information about college and career planning, scholarships, and student loans. I found the information about scholarships to be particularly helpful, as it was comprehensive and easy to navigate.
- For parents: The NEA website also has resources for parents, such as information about school choice, student rights, and parent engagement. I found the information about school choice to be particularly helpful, as it was informative and unbiased.