what fresh hell is this? nbc's "education summit" - gee, in conjunction with 'superman' & the times

[Hannah Bell]

publication of teacher rankings & time magazine's ed number.

this is planned strategy. it's so damn obvious if you're paying attention.

i hate these people. i absolutely hate them. they're pure propagandists. there's nothing democratic about this at all, it's cynically manipulated propaganda.

http://www.educationnation.com/


Education Nation is a nationally broadcast, in-depth conversation about improving education in America.During an interactive summit on Rockefeller Plaza, parents, teachers, and students will come together with leaders in politics, business, and technology to discuss the challenges and opportunities in education today. In addition, NBC News will turn Rockefeller Plaza into a “Learning Plaza," a series of five galleries, open to the public, which will allow visitors to explore America's educational "ecosystem." During the entire week of September 26th, NBC News will highlight education stories as well as broadcast live from the Plaza.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE EVENT WILL INCLUDE:•SUMMIT WITH TOP LEADERS IN EDUCATION:
U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan,
New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg,
Harlem Children Zone’s CEO Geoffrey Canada, and
President of MIT Susan Hockfield will be among those in attendance at the Education Nation Summit.

•SPECIAL APPEARANCES: The Summit will feature several presentations from guests, including a speech on improving the lives of children from U.S. General Colin Powell, Founding Chairman of America’s Promise Alliance, and Alma Powell, Chair of America’s Promise Alliance.

•MULTI-MEDIA COVERAGE: During the entire week of Education Nation, "Nightly News," "Today," "Meet the Press," MSNBC, CNBC, Telemundo, msnbc.com, iVillage.com, and EducationNation.com will highlight stories in education.

•TEACHER TOWN HALL: On Sept. 26th, NBC's Brian Williams will talk with thousands of teachers on-air and online about critical issues facing educators.

•THE STUDENT VIEW: The Scholastic Kids Press Corp will cover the Summit from the student perspective.

•INTERACTIVE EXHIBITS: The latest tools and technologies used in award-winning classrooms across the country will be on display in Learning Plaza.

[madrchsod]

1. what? they did`t invite bill ayers?

[Reader Rabbit]

2. I'm curious as to how the teachers for the town hall were selected.

Unlikely that they weren't seriously vetted by those in charge. Can't imagine Arne would allow any but his Stepford teachers to have a podium from which to speak.

And what do you want to bet a bunch of these so-called educators are already in bed with whichever companies are pimping their "latest tools and technologies" in the Learning Plaza.

Meh.

[proud2BlibKansan]

3. My union sent out a link to sign up

Knock yourself out: http://www.zoomerang.com/Survey/WEB22B5LF4RP2S

[NYC Teacher]

4. Let's do something

Ok teachers! Stop waiting for the union to do its job, and get angry and get organized. If you are interested in starting a campaign against the daily savaging of public school teachers in the media, contact me. I am working with other public school teachers in NYC to write letters and do whatever else we need to do to get our voices heard.

[Smarmie Doofus]

6. Welcome to DU.

I'm interested.

I'll PM you.

[Smarmie Doofus]

8. You can't receive pms yet on DU.

Not sure if you can send 'em. If you can, pm me.

Otherwise: what's it all about?

[Smarmie Doofus]

5. Mayor Bloomberg is a "TOP LEADER IN EDUCATION"?

Who knew.

OK, I'll bite. What are his credentials?

[Catshrink]

7. He's a billionaire.

That's all it takes these days.

[proud2BlibKansan]

9. He was a student once

That and his fat wallet got him in.