I’ve been a teacher since Bill Clinton. In my first year, when kids didn’t speak up during a presentation I’d say, “Let’s use the same voice a president would use to give a speech.” Later, after the September 11th attacks, I’d tell my class how some things must be taken seriously, just like President Bush…
By: Megan Chan, STEM Policy Intern, Office of the Deputy Secretary In the ever-evolving world of STEM, dedicating spaces and opportunities to amplify girls of color are essential for their overall advancement in the field. This summer, I am serving as a STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) Policy Intern at the U.S. Department of…
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Eyes On The Earth is a neat interactive from NASA that shows a ton of real-time data about the earth. As NASA puts it, use this video to Learn how you can explore Eyes on the Earth’s many features, including real-time data visualizations of Earth’s vital signs and 3D models of Earth-orbiting satellite missions:…
We can’t discuss online and hybrid learning without acknowledging the role the COVID-19 pandemic played in forcing districts to move fully online for virtual instruction, later paving the way for hybrid learning as classrooms slowly reopened for small groups of students. But simply teaching and learning through a device isn’t enough, and moving instruction online…
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“How many of you have been teachers?” Karen Mapp asked an audience at the 2024 National Community Schools and Family Engagement Conference. Nearly every hand went into the air. But then came her next question: “How many of you in your pre-service training to be a teacher or an educator had a full course on…
Introducing a Shorter, ‘More Flexible’ ACT Liam Knox Mon, 07/22/2024 – 03:00 AM The newly for-profit assessment company rolled out two “fundamental changes” to its namesake exam last week. What’s driving the overhaul? Byline(s) Liam Knox Introducing a Shorter, ‘More Flexible’ ACT Liam Knox Mon, 07/22/2024 – 03:00 AM The newly for-profit assessment company rolled out…
Student Wellness Tip: Offer Free Menstrual Products Ashley Mowreader Mon, 07/22/2024 – 03:00 AM Colleges are expanding access to hygiene products to improve basic needs support and promote student wellness. Byline(s) Ashley Mowreader Student Wellness Tip: Offer Free Menstrual Products Ashley Mowreader Mon, 07/22/2024 – 03:00 AM Colleges are expanding access to hygiene products to improve…
Information Deficits Undermine College Access Elizabeth Redden Mon, 07/22/2024 – 03:00 AM Financial issues aren’t the only barrier to access, Siva Kumari writes. Byline(s) Siva Kumari Information Deficits Undermine College Access Elizabeth Redden Mon, 07/22/2024 – 03:00 AM Financial issues aren’t the only barrier to access, Siva Kumari writes. Byline(s) Siva Kumari Inside Higher Ed