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American Teacher, April 2009

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Page 1         Where We Stand: The time has come to consider national standards
Page 2 • Moving toward a universal healthcare system
• AFT supports Special Olympians competing in winter games
Page 3 Speak Out: Should preschools use electronic toys?
Page 4 Tools for Teachers: We're going on a (virtual) field trip!
Page 5 •Prospective college students have new resource
• What do you think
• Taking a stand for social justice
Page 6 • Keeping kids covered
• Teachers' Lounge
Page 7 Class Notes: For love of teaching
Page 8 First Person: Brian Fredline, president of UAW Local 602
• Auto industry vital to the economy and jobs
Page 9  Newsmakers: Science lessons tucked into community service projects; Turning students into digital learners
Page 10 A bridge to tomorrow: Career and technical education proves its mettle in tough times
Page 11 AFT Voices: Should districts offer more career and technical education programs? Why or why not?
Page 13 Early Childhood Education: Gearing up for justice—and good times
Page 14 Fight for America's Future: On the road to reinvestment
Page 16 • AFT urges support for EFCA
Lifetimes: Why retirees should care about the Employee Free Choice Act
Page 19 Your Money: The paradox of thrift
Page 20 Where To Find It

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