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Jerome Bruner Theories
The introduction of enactive, iconic and symbolic representation in a classroom setting took over a new theory in education. Bruner believed that learning is an active process where learners develop new ideas based upon their past and current knowledge. -
Martin Luther King Holiday
This is the year that the Martin Luther King Holiday became an observed holiday. This is the day that this civil rights leader life and legacy is remembered. -
State Standardized Testing in Education
In an effort to control federal money to our schools, standardized testing takes place. These test scores carefully decide how much money that our schools will be receiving from the government. -
The Rehabilitation Act
This law was created that ensured all schools have access to all students and families who have disabilities. This included not only access to the facilities, but also accommodations to have equal access to programs and activities. -
Immigrants and Refugees Recieve Education
The 1982 the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that all undocumented children in the United States have the right to receive a free public K–12 education. Due to so many undocumented youth, it is reported that their are over 4.1 million undocumented citizens in present day in the U.S. -
Smart Board
The first smart board is introduced in schools. This will change the way that teachers deliver curriculum and how students receive it. It is fun, educational and interactive. Students of all ethnicities will be able to receive access to this advanced technology. -
No Child Left Behing Act
Congress required states to develop assessments of students in basic skills. In order for schools to receive any government funding, they are required to do this. Each state is able to develop their own standards. -
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
The objective of this act was to create new jobs and save current ones as a result of the Great Recession and house market crash. The investment included a revised infrastructure of education. -
Race to The Top
The intention behind this United States Department of Education grant is to innovate reward and reforms in schools. This also includes the adoption of Common Core Standards. -
LGTBQ in Textbooks
California became the first state to use LGBTQ in school history textbooks. This will teach students that it is safe and celebrated to be who they are.
