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January/February 1998
Abstracts
Teachers Wanted: Schools Look for Creative Solutions to Upcoming Teacher Shortage
by Laurel Shaper Walters
Abstract: According to recent research, U.S. schools will need
approximately 2 million elementary and secondary teachers in the next
decade. Some states are already experiencing acute shortages especially
in the areas of math, science, and special needs. In California, for
example, the state mandate for smaller school size will require hiring
260,000 teachers over the next decade. Urban districts already have
trouble wooing qualified candidates and the upcoming shortage will only
make things worse. This article examines the pros and cons of shortage
solutions including alternative certification programs, teaming up with
local universities, and training unqualified teachers while they are on
the job.
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Schools Should Be Safe, But Are They?
Research tells us a lot about common school injuries but schools lack systems for preventing them
by Marc Posner
Abstract: For elementary school kids, falls from climbing equipment and
slides account for more than 75% of serious and fatal playground
injuries. The few minutes before and after a school bus ride are the
most dangerous parts of a student's commute between home and school.
High school kids are most likely to be injured during physical education
class or sports activities. Vocational and science labs also pose a high
risk. In this article, HEL looks at where most injuries occur, why
schools haven't adequately addressed this problem, and steps schools can
take to reduce school injuries.
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