schoolhousetalk

Q. What is Schoolhouse Talk?
A. Schoolhouse Talk is a new Internet radio show that brings together people around the country who care about public education. It is available live each Wednesday at 3:00 pm ET. The show may also be downloaded for on-the-go listening at any point throughout the week. Schoolhouse Talk offers live interviews with key education policy makers, a news round-up that summarizes weekly education events, features about new and innovative approaches to public education, and call-in opportunities for anyone who wants their voice to be heard on education issues.

Q. How do I listen to Schoolhouse Talk?
A. Listening is easy! All you need is a computer. The show runs live each Wednesday at 3:00 pm ET. You will also need a phone if you want to call-in with questions. Each episode of the show can be downloaded from the website and through iTunes [LINK after it airs. You can also leave questions and comments for our radio hosts on the Schoolhouse Talk website.

Q. What if I am not free at 3:00 pm ET?
A. We make it easy for you to listen to Schoolhouse Talk anytime or anywhere. All shows are available for free download on our website and through iTunes.

Q. How can I participate?
A. The show takes calls each week during the show, so simply tune into our live show and listen for us to open up the phone lines. Then call (347) 884-8557 to share your opinions or ask a question live. If you are not able to call-in during the live broadcast, you can leave questions and comments for our radio hosts on the Schoolhouse Talk website.

Q. Why do we need Schoolhouse Talk?
A. Schoolhouse Talk is about giving everyday people a voice in what’s happening in education. Schoolhouse Talk provides a simple, on-line community where issues on both sides of the education debate can be discussed, considered and addressed. It’s also a place where new ideas can be shared and debated.

Every week listeners will hear about what’s happening in public education. Listeners will then have an opportunity to participate in an open dialogue about the issues. They will also be able to share information about schools in their own communities. Schoolhouse Talk’s website provides new on-line tools to share education reports, publications and resources.

Q. Who created Schoolhouse Talk?
A. Communities for Quality Education, a national education advocacy group, created Schoolhouse Talk to make it easier for people to participate in the policy debate about the future of public education.