Introduction

Teachers’ unions are organizations that represent educators’ interests, advocate for improved working conditions, and significantly influence education policy and practice. They play a crucial role in enhancing teaching quality and promoting educational practices that recognize individual student merit through objective assessments.

A teachers’ union may negotiate for policies that support smaller class sizes, enabling teachers to provide more individualized attention and support, which can lead to improved student performance based on measurable outcomes.

Understanding the structure of these unions is crucial to comprehending their functions and impact within a merit-based educational system.