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Teachers Union Opposes Virtual K-8 Charter School

Posted by ryuzaki0 on from the phoning-it-in dept.

theodp writes "'You can't sit a child in front of a computer and expect him to learn things he needs to succeed in society,' said unimpressed Chicago Teachers Union president Marilyn Stewart of the Chicago Virtual Charter School, which will open to Chicago elementary school students this fall if approved by the state board of education."

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  1. But of course you can by A+beautiful+mind · · Score: 4, Funny

    First post!

    (an essential skill...)

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  2. Why not? by Moraelin · · Score: 5, Funny

    Why not? Back in my day, I sat all evening in front of the computer, and I learned all I need about functioning in society. Don't ninja-loot, don't let your pet aggro the whole room if you're a Warlock, get your shield from the vault before joining a raid if you're a Warrior or Paladin... err... ok, I see what you mean.

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  3. Re:A note to moderators by WilliamSChips · · Score: 4, Funny
    Um.. the only sure fire way not to be moderated in a way you don't like is not to post.
    This is Slashdot, not Global Thermonuclear Warfare...
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  4. Re:Agree Completely by everphilski · · Score: 4, Funny

    How do you get the liberal arts student off of your doorstep? Pay him for the pizza.