Teacher sells ad space on students’ tests

UsaToday.com posted a very interesting article on how a teacher is actually selling ad space on his students’ tests. Because his budget was cut and he needed to find a new way to pay for his copying, Tom Farber created this novel implementation:

About two-thirds of Farber’s ads are inspirational messages underwritten by parents. Others are ads for local businesses, such as two from a structural engineering firm and one from a dentist who urges students, “Brace Yourself for a Great Semester!”

Tough times call for tough actions. (Tom Farber)

Full article: www.usatoday.com/news/education/2008-12-01-test-ads_N.htm

December 5, 2008 | Filed Under Interesting 

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