The Teacher's Voice, A Literary Journal for Poets and writers in Education, is the publication venue that I chose. At first I chose it because it seemed to be one of the only ones left, but after reading over what they are all about and the type of writing that is published, it was a perfect choice. Being a student who is going to into education I have always had very strong opinions on how the education world is being handled; and this journal allowed me to realize that I am not alone in how I am feeling.
The journal it self is a non profit organization. They have private funding and everyone who is working towards making it are all volunteers. The individuals who work together to compile this journal are all educators or grad students who are going to be headed into an education field. The whole magazine its self is online, due to high printing costs, and you can subscribe online by just giving them your e-mail. ( it took me less than a minute to do) Since they are all volunteers and their funds are limited there is no real publishing schedule, but they are looking to expand in the new year. Their mission statement or their reason for creating this journal is as follows:
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On the website it self there are several headings that are posted. One being, is there a war on public education? If clicked on it will lead you to articles that have been posted by educators that are voicing their opinions towards the changes being made in education. One article that caught my eye was The Business of Education: Teachers Missing at the top, written by Helen Zelon. It is an article that explains the "changes" that Mayor Bloomberg is making for schools in the city.
( read a small excerpt of this allowed to the class)
Other headings read, A Genesis Poem ( will be read aloud to the class) , Vol.3 #1, which links you to other postings that have been made by educators show casing poetry, creative non fiction, short stories and essays. Back issues, links you to other volumes; and resource links which is self explanitory.
The publication venue is looking for writers who want to voice their opinions about the ever changing education world. Most of them share similar views that the teacher is not being aloud to do thier job, and that government needs to take a step back. This is a place where teachers can unite, and come up with solutions to all of the problems that are arising everyday. For as long as I can remember I have been taught that the government has tried to have its hands in everything, and these individuals are voicing their reasons as to why this needs to stop. It is a journal that is meant for teachers, parents, and students. You as an individual are asked to submit your work, thoughts and feelings. hopefully it will get published in one of the volumes, but if not any feed back helps out those who are constucting the venue. Education, with out it what hope can we have for america, is changing and not for the better; it is time for change, this is the voice of the magazine. It is a wonderful place for anyone who is connected to education and should be shared with everyone.
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