20 Things To Know About the Current State of Teaching

Did you know that 80% of teachers are female? What about the fact that there’s more than 7 million teachers in the U.S.? More importantly, did you know teachers work, on average, more than 50 hours a week? These stats are just glimpses into the staggeringly impressive accomplishments of teachers. While this infographic focuses on the U.S., it’s important to remember that the rest of the world is performing equally important work in and out of the classroom.

If you’ve been wondering about some of the general statistics about the current state of teaching (like how many teachers work on Sundays), then this visualization is just what you need. Enjoy!

International Women's Day 8th March 2012

The purpose of this video is to provide viewers with a look at several interesting facts and statistics about the changes and developments that have impacted women in the workforce.

About International Women's Day

When: Thursday 8 March 2012
Where: Everywhere
What: International Women's Day (8 March) is a global day celebrating the economic, political and social achievements of women past, present and future. In some places like China, Russia, Vietnam and Bulgaria, International Women's Day is a national holiday.
Why: Suffragettes campaigned for women's right to vote. The word 'Suffragette' is derived from the word "suffrage" meaning the right to vote. International Women's Day honours the work of the Suffragettes, celebrates women's success, and reminds of inequities still to be redressed. The first International Women's Day event was run in 1911. 2011 was the Global Centenary Year. Let's reinvent opportunity for all women ... more