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Fewer readers + neglected school libraries = Time to ban books?

Viewpoints: Fewer readers + neglected school libraries = Time to ban books?

Teachers rally for public education

Thousands of teachers rallied at the Alberta legislature building on Budget Day

Why and what?

. International development cooperation is an investment in our well-being and the future for us all.

Charter schools: a cautionary tale

How long until assessments are used by the government to rank and score schools and teachers?

NDP leadership hopefuls take aim at UCP

Candidates share thoughts on funding and curriculum at ATA forum

We must resist anti-trans policies

Some tips for promoting inclusion as promised policies create chilling effect.

Call us any time you have an issue

Teachers and school leaders are encouraged to call the ATA for help

Get ready for election action as roundtables conclude

Results of the public engagement portion of the Stand for Education campaign as it relates to the upcoming provincial election.

Building connections takes effort but it’s not complicated

As teachers, it's important to build connections with students, but sometimes we fall into a trap thinking connections need to be a lesson or experience.

Two new executive staff officers join ATA’s TES team

The ATA is pleased to welcome Amanda Freeman and Kim Zapesocki as the two newest executive staff officers

Mandatory membership musings

The UCP is going to be debating ATA membership optional for teachers working in public, Catholic, separate and francophone schools.

Efforts underway to restrict cellphones in schools

What should we do about cellphones in class?

Valuable lessons can come from anywhere

Teachers can learn from professional development, courses, and collaborations. Teachers can also learn from students.

Some tips for using AI in school

AI is a technology that is rapidly evolving and has the potential to have a dramatic impact on our economy, society and classrooms.

Class size and complexity matter!

Alberta teachers do not have the resources to contend with the challenges facing our schools including class size