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education2 years ago

Florida's School Grades: Winners and Losers Revealed

Florida has released the grades for the 2022-23 school year in its public school system, using progress monitoring instead of traditional high-stakes testing. The new standards, called Benchmarks for Excellent Student Thinking (BEST), were developed by the Florida Department of Education (FDOE) under the direction of Governor Ron DeSantis. The grades serve as a baseline for future achievement, and there will be no negative consequences for schools or districts based on these baseline grades.

via Wink News|
#education#education-standards#florida
education2 years ago

Controversial Florida curriculum sparks outrage over portrayal of slavery's benefits

Florida's new education standards for African American history include a controversial benchmark that requires middle school students to learn that slaves benefited from bondage. The changes to the Black history curriculum have sparked protests and backlash from teachers, historians, and parents who argue that it is an attempt to water down and distort the truth about slavery. Critics believe that teaching such a narrative erases the harsh realities of slavery and risks erasing Black history in classrooms. Activists are calling for the truth to be taught and for elected officials who embrace the truth about Black history to be voted into office.

via CNN|
#backlash#black-history-curriculum#education
education2 years ago

"Controversial Black History Policy Sparks Outrage Among Floridians"

Floridians expressed their discontent with the state's new standards for teaching Black history, which have drawn criticism for suggesting that enslaved people "developed skills which, in some instances, could be applied for their personal benefit." At a forum held at a historic Black church in Miami Gardens, leaders encouraged parents to voice their concerns through attending school board meetings, providing feedback to the Department of Education, and voting. Florida Education Commissioner Manny Diaz, responsible for overseeing the standards, did not attend the event, sparking further criticism. Activists and educators called the standards disrespectful and urged for honest dialogue and teaching the truth about slavery. State Senator Shevrin Jones announced the formation of a group to study the standards, while some attendees hoped for their rescission.

via Newser|
#black-history#education#education-standards
education2 years ago

Florida's Black History Standards Ignite Controversy and Political Absence

Black leaders and community members in Florida expressed outrage and condemnation over the state's new standards for teaching African American history. The controversial standards, approved by the state Board of Education, require educators to teach that "slaves developed skills which, in some instances, could be applied for their personal benefit." The absence of Education Commissioner Manny Diaz Jr. at a town hall meeting addressing the issue further fueled criticism, with attendees accusing the governor and education department of throwing an "academic bomb" into the Black community. The standards have drawn national attention and sparked a polarized debate over what and how history should be taught in schools.

via POLITICO|
#african-american-history#community-backlash#education
education2 years ago

Florida High Schools Clash Over Teaching Gender, College Board Advises Against AP Psychology

The College Board, which administers the SAT and AP exams, is advising Florida school districts to not offer the AP Psychology course unless it can be taught in full, due to the state's limits on teaching about sexual orientation and gender identity. Florida's Department of Education denies banning the course, but under an expanded state law, lessons on sexual orientation and gender identity are not allowed unless required by existing state standards or as part of reproductive health instruction. The College Board refused to modify the course to comply with Florida's new legislation, leading to concerns about incomplete education and a culture of fear and intimidation among educators.

via The Associated Press|
#ap-psychology#college-board#education
politics2 years ago

DeSantis Challenges Harris on Black History Standards in Florida

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has invited Vice President Kamala Harris to discuss the state's new Black history curriculum after Harris criticized the standards for suggesting that enslaved people benefited from forced labor. DeSantis accused the Biden administration of misinforming Americans and disparaging his state, while defending the "rigorous and comprehensive" standards. The governor's invitation comes ahead of Harris' scheduled trip to Orlando, and he has offered to meet with her and a member of Florida's African American History Standards Workgroup to address the issue. The new standards and DeSantis' defense of them have faced criticism from Black Republicans in Congress.

via NBC News|
#black-history-curriculum#education-standards#florida
politics2 years ago

"DeSantis and Harris Clash Over Florida's Controversial Black History Curriculum"

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis criticizes Vice President Kamala Harris for her speech in Jacksonville, where she criticized the state's education standards on teaching Black history. DeSantis accuses Harris of lying and pushing an agenda of indoctrination, while ignoring other pressing issues such as the border crisis and crime-infested cities. Harris plans to offer remarks critical of the Florida Department of Education's approval of new standards for teaching certain aspects of Black history. The new standards include controversial content, such as teaching that some Black people benefited from slavery.

via Fox News|
#black-history#education-standards#florida
education2 years ago

Conservative Takeover of Colorado School District Sparks Teacher Exodus

A far-right school board in Woodland Park, Colorado, has driven off nearly 40% of the district's high school teachers with its controversial policies, including adopting a right-wing teaching standard and opposing mental health resources. The board, which won control of the district at the end of 2021, has also seen at least four higher-ups quit over its policies. The American Birthright social studies standard, which emphasizes patriotism and discourages civic engagement, was among the most controversial policies adopted by the board.

via Yahoo News|
#colorado#conservative-policies#education
education2 years ago

South Dakota Board Passes Controversial Social Studies Standards

South Dakota's Board of Education Standards voted 5-2 to implement new social studies standards starting Fall 2025, despite opposition from educators and school boards. The proposed standards have been controversial due to concerns about age appropriateness, rote memorization, and the amount of standards. The seven-member board, appointed by the governor, faced criticism for lacking certification to teach or be an administrator in an accredited school in South Dakota. The new standards will be implemented over a two-year process.

via KELOLAND.com|
#board-of-education#education#education-standards