The Value of Distinctive and Public Recognition

Publication Date: September 2002

Publisher: Coalition for the Advancement of Jewish Education

Author(s): Amy Amiel

Research Area: Culture and religion; Education

Keywords: Jewish Education; Educators; Professional Development

Type: Brief

Coverage: United States

Abstract:

The author discusses issues of recruitment and retention among Jewish educators and communal leaders. She argues for more recognition programs along the lines of The Grinspoon-Steinhardt Awards for Excellence in Jewish Education. The goals of this program include: honoring teachers in a meaningful, public and distinctive way and changing the culture of teacher recognition, recruitment, and retention to one of communal partnership.

In Jewish Education News (JEN) (Fall 2002).