Isbn: 9780791471913 - Teachers United: the Rise of New York State United Teachers (8 results)

Hardback. Condition: Good. This book tells the story of the rise of New York State United Teachers (NYSUT), New York State's largest union. Using first-hand accounts by rank-and-file teachers as well as leaders, Dennis Gaffney documents how teachers, once underpaid and hopelessly divided, finally organized, lifting themselves from the underclass to the middle class to become a formidable grassroots political force able to defeat and elect U.S. senators. He describes how New York's teachers sparked the modern-day teachers' movement, and what key lessons other labor unions can learn from NYSUT's unity and success. Teachers United also shows how NYSUT has been a leader of educational reform, winning more money for education, creating smaller classes, raising academic standards, and training better teachers.…

Condition: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. With dust jacket. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. First Printing. 280 pages.

Hardback. Condition: Good. This book tells the story of the rise of New York State United Teachers (NYSUT), New York State's largest union. Using first-hand accounts by rank-and-file teachers as well as leaders, Dennis Gaffney documents how teachers, once underpaid and hopelessly divided, finally organized, lifting themselves from the underclass to the middle class to become a formidable grassroots political force able to defeat and elect U.S. senators. He describes how New York's teachers sparked the modern-day teachers' movement, and what key lessons other labor unions can learn from NYSUT's unity and success. Teachers United also shows how NYSUT has been a leader of educational reform, winning more money for education, creating smaller classes, raising academic standards, and training better teachers.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good-. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good-. First page is missing. Doesn't effect the text. - Book is in great overall condition. No writing or major blemishes. Minor wear. ; - We offer free returns for any reason and respond promptly to all inquiries. Your order will be packaged with care and ship on the same or next business day. Buy with confidence.…

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. First printing, with full number line. A fine copy in a fine jacket. A clean, tight, unread copy. INSCRIBED by Gaffney on title page: "To Donald-- In appreciation of teachers-- and the union movement-- Best, Dennis Gaffney." and dated 4/27/07. Inscribed by Author(s).…

hardcover. Condition: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title.