Associations & Organizations

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• Children's and Young Adult Literature
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• Educational Leadership
• English as a Second Language and Bilingual Education
• Health and Physical Education
• Holocaust Education
• Language Arts and Reading Instruction
• Mathematics Education
• Multicultural Education
• School Libraries and Media
• Science Education
• Social Studies Education
• Special Education
• Technology Education
• Visual and Performing Arts Education
• World Languages Education

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Educational Associations

Choose a category of educational associations such as "Early Childhood" or "K through 12," or scroll down for an annotated list of links to major education associations in the United States. This list provided by the Internet Public Library (IPL), an ini

http://www.ipl.org/div/aon/browse/edu00.00.00/

Educational Associations with Home Pages

A useful site with links to most of the major associations and organizations interested in educators and education.

http://school.discovery.com/schrockguide/assoc.html

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Career Education

CTE (The National Centers for Career and Technical Education)

The aim of CTE is to provide resources in technical and career education programs. The website includes information about their programs, publications, webcasts, frequently asked questions and other resources for secondary and post-secondary career and t

http://www.nccte.org/

National Center on Secondary Education and Transition (NCSET)

Headquartered at the University of Minnesota, NCSET works with educators, community professionals, employers and families to support youth with disabilities in their education and transition needs. The NCSET website offers national, state and local assis

http://www.ncset.org

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Children's and Young Adult Literature

ALSC: Association for Library Service to Children

Lists current and past winners of the Newbery and Caldecott medals, as well as other notable books and media for children. Also features "700+ Cool Sites for Kids."

http://www.ala.org/ala/alsc/alsc.htm

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Counseling and Student Services

American School Counselor Association (ASCA)

ASCA represents school counselors and promotes professionalism and ethical practices. The organization focuses on professional development, the enhancement of school counseling programs, and research towards effective school counseling practices.

http://www.schoolcounselor.org/

Association of Educational Therapists (AET)

AET is a national professional association that develops standards, training programs and public awareness of the practive of educational therapy for children and adults with learning disabilities. The website provides information about membership, certi

http://www.aetonline.org

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Early Childhood Education

National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

NAEYC, the nation’s largest early childhood professional organization, has links to articles from its affiliated quarterly, professional development information, and accreditation standards for early childhood care centers. It also offers law and public

http://www.naeyc.org

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Educational Leadership

American Association of School Administrators (AASA)

AASA is a worldwide professional organization for educational leaders. Its mission is to "support and develop effective school leaders who are dedicated to the highest quality public education for all children."

http://www.aasa.org/

Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD)

ASCD represents educators from more than 135 countries, including superintendents, principals, teachers, professors of education, and school board members. The ASCD addresses all aspects of effective teaching and learning -- such as professional developm

http://www.ascd.org/

National Association for Bilingual Education (NABE)

NABE is the only national professional organization that represents both language-minority students and the bilingual education professionals who serve them. NABE works to improve instructional practice, professional development, funding for programs, an

http://www.nabe.org/

National Association of Elementary School Principals

The National Association of Elementary School Principals provides support for elementary and middle school principals. The organization contributes to the professionalism of its members through training programs, publications, conferences, and government

http://www.naesp.org/

National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP)

The NASSP, with 40,000 members worldwide, seeks “excellence in school leadership” through its publications, professional development, and its promotion of issues and interests with news media and Congress.

http://www.nassp.org/

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English as a Second Language and Bilingual Education

Teachers of English to Speakers of other languages (TESOL)

TESOL is a professional association dedicated to excellence in English language teaching to speakers of other languages from preschool to adult. Its program focuses on public policy, professional development, research and standards. The TESOL website in

http://www.tesol.org/

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Health and Physical Education

American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD)

The AAHPERD is an alliance of national and regional professional organizations supporting physical education, leisure, fitness, dance and health education. Links to affliliate organizations, news, and other resources.

http://www.aahperd.org

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Holocaust Education

N. J. Commission on Holocaust Education

Includes the N. J. Curriculum Outline for Holocaust Education, K through grade 12, and sample lesson plans. Also features lists of demonstration Sites , Holocaust Centers and Holocaust events.

http://www.state.nj.us/njded/holocaust/

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Language Arts and Reading Instruction

iEARN, International Education and Resource Network

The organization iEARN helps teachers and students in over 115 countries work together online to produce collaborative projects, email and write papers together, and participate in service learning projects.

http://www.iearn.org/

International Reading Association (IRA)

The International Reading Association is a professional association dedicated to promoting literacy by improving the quality of reading instruction, disseminating literacy research and information, and "encouraging the lifetime reading habit."

http://www.reading.org/

Modern Language Association (MLA)

Founded in 1883, the Modern Language Association of America works to strengthen the study and teaching of language and literature, in both English and foreign languages. The MLA publishes books, pamphlets, a comprehensive international bibliography, and s

http://www.mla.org/

National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE)

The National Council of Teachers of English is dedicated to improving the teaching and learning of English and the language arts. NCTE provides opportunities for teachers to continue their professional growth and a framework for dealing with issues that a

http://www.ncte.org/

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Mathematics Education

iEARN, International Education and Resource Network

The organization iEARN helps teachers and students in over 115 countries work together online to produce collaborative projects, email and write papers together, and participate in service learning projects.

http://www.iearn.org/

National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM)

The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, the world's largest mathematics education organization, is dedicated to ensuring a mathematics education of the highest quality for all students. The council also publishes four professional journals, a mo

http://www.nctm.org/

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Multicultural Education

iEARN, International Education and Resource Network

The organization iEARN helps teachers and students in over 115 countries work together online to produce collaborative projects, email and write papers together, and participate in service learning projects.

http://www.iearn.org/

International Directory of Resources for Education in the Arts (IDEA)

IDEA is a joint project of the International Society for Education through Art (InSEA) and UNESCO. The website provides "international models of good practice in arts education" through sample lesson plans from around the world.

http://cspace.unb.ca/idea/

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School Libraries and Media

American Association of School Librarians (AASL)

The American Association of School Librarians is a national organization that advocates excellence in the school library media field by promoting collaboration, leadership, and life-long learning. A division of the American Library Association, AASL prov

http://www.ala.org/ala/aasl/aaslindex.htm

New Jersey Association of School Librarians (NJASL)

The New Jersey Association of School Librarians (NJASL) is a professional association of school library media specialists in New Jersey. The Association advocates library media programs that ensure students and staff will become effective users of inform

http://www.njasl.org/

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Science Education

iEARN, International Education and Resource Network

The organization iEARN helps teachers and students in over 115 countries work together online to produce collaborative projects, email and write papers together, and participate in service learning projects.

http://www.iearn.org/

National Association of Biology Teachers (NABT)

The National Association of Biology Teachers (NABT) unites life science educators from around the world to share knowledge and experiences, and to promote professional growth "to provide the best possible biology and life science education for all student

http://www.nabt.org/

National Science Teachers Association (NSTA)

The National Science Teachers Association strives to promote excellence and innovation in science teaching and learning. The Association publishes educational books, a newspaper, and a professional journal for each level of science teaching.

http://www.nsta.org/

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Social Studies Education

iEARN, International Education and Resource Network

The organization iEARN helps teachers and students in over 115 countries work together online to produce collaborative projects, email and write papers together, and participate in service learning projects.

http://www.iearn.org/

National Council for Geographic Education (NCGE)

Find standards, lists of publications and other geography-related activities at the website of the National Council for Geographic Education.

http://www.ncge.org

National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS)

The mission of the National Council for the Social Studies is to "provide leadership, service, and support for all social studies educators."

http://www.ncss.org/

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Special Education

Association of Educational Therapists (AET)

AET is a national professional association that develops standards, training programs and public awareness of the practive of educational therapy for children and adults with learning disabilities. The website provides information about membership, certi

http://www.aetonline.org

Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)

CHADD is an advocacy organization for students with disabilities, and they list on their site a variety of fact sheets, research, and recommended reading for those who wish to learn more about this disorder.

http://www.chadd.org/

National Center on Secondary Education and Transition (NCSET)

Headquartered at the University of Minnesota, NCSET works with educators, community professionals, employers and families to support youth with disabilities in their education and transition needs. The NCSET website offers national, state and local assis

http://www.ncset.org

National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities

Especially useful for its state-by-state list of organizations, and frequently asked questions (FAQs), this site also contains a searchable database of organizations concerned with disabilities.

http://www.nichcy.org/

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Technology Education

Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT)

The Association for Educational Communications and Technology links professionals interested in the use of educational technology and its application to the learning process. Its goals include a continuous effort to define, serve, develop, enhance, and

http://www.aect.org/

iEARN, International Education and Resource Network

The organization iEARN helps teachers and students in over 115 countries work together online to produce collaborative projects, email and write papers together, and participate in service learning projects.

http://www.iearn.org/

International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)

In conjunction with the U.S. Department of Education, ISTE promotes the appropriate uses of information technology to support and improve learning. The society established the National Educational Technology Standards (NETS).

http://www.iste.org

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Visual and Performing Arts Education

International Directory of Resources for Education in the Arts (IDEA)

IDEA is a joint project of the International Society for Education through Art (InSEA) and UNESCO. The website provides "international models of good practice in arts education" through sample lesson plans from around the world.

http://cspace.unb.ca/idea/

Music Teachers National Association (MTNA)

The Music Teachers National Association (MTNA), the oldest professional music teachers association in the United States, promotes the appreciation of both music study and music making and the professionalism of music teachers. MTNA is comprised of 24,00

http://www.mtna.org/

National Art Education Association (NAEA)

The NAEA, a non-profit, educational organization promotes art education through professional development, education and advocacy. The website provides access to downloadable promotional materials and lists of their publications.

http://www.naea-reston.org/

National Association for Music Education (MENC)

Dedicated to the advancement of music education, the National Association for Music Education is the largest national association involved in all levels of music education, from preschool through college, and in all areas of music education. (The initials

http://www.menc.org/

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World Languages Education

American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL)

The American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages is a national organization of foreign language educators from elementary to graduate level, promotes the study of languages and cultures in the United States.

http://www.actfl.org/

iEARN, International Education and Resource Network

The organization iEARN helps teachers and students in over 115 countries work together online to produce collaborative projects, email and write papers together, and participate in service learning projects.

http://www.iearn.org/

Modern Language Association (MLA)

Founded in 1883, the Modern Language Association of America works to strengthen the study and teaching of language and literature, in both English and foreign languages. The MLA publishes books, pamphlets, a comprehensive international bibliography, and s

http://www.mla.org/

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