LibGuides: Teachers and Teaching: Organization Websites

Websites

American Federation of Teachers The American Federation of Teachers was founded in 1916 to represent the economic, social and professional interests of classroom teachers. It is an affiliated international union of the AFL-CIO.
International Literacy Association The International Literacy Association (ILA) is a professional organization with a mission of connecting research and practice to continuously improve the quality of literacy instruction across the globe.
National Art Education Association Founded in 1947, The National Art Education Association is the leading professional membership organization exclusively for visual arts educators.
National Association for Music Education National Association for Music Education (NAfME), among the world’s largest arts education organizations, is the only association that addresses all aspects of music education. NAfME advocates at the local, state, and national levels; provides resources for teachers, parents, and administrators; hosts professional development events; and offers a variety of opportunities for students and teachers.
National Association for the Education of Young Children The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) is dedicated to improving the well-being of all young children, with particular focus on the quality of educational and developmental services for all children from birth through age 8.
National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education NCATE works to make a difference in the quality of teaching and teacher preparation today, tomorrow, and for the next century. NCATE’s performance-based system of accreditation fosters competent classroom teachers and other educators who work to improve the education of all P-12 students.
National Council for the Social Studies Social studies educators teach students the content knowledge, intellectual skills, and civic values necessary for fulfilling the duties of citizenship in a participatory democracy. The mission of National Council for the Social Studies is to provide leadership, service, and support for all social studies educators.
National Council of Teachers of English The National Council of Teachers of English is devoted to improving the teaching and learning of English and the language arts at all levels of education.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics NCTM serves math teachers, math educators, and administrators by providing math resources and professional development opportunities.
National Science Teachers Assocation NSTA is the largest organization in the world committed to promoting excellence and innovation in science teaching and learning for all.

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