After two open-heart surgeries, I saw firsthand how “one size fits all” medicine can harm recovery. Education’s obsession with standardization is no different.
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By Bill Bush If the state of Ohio’s transition to new proficiency tests didn’t kill the “parent trigger,” it’s put it on life support. The GOP-backed law that created the …
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By John Whetsel I began my law enforcement career in 1967. I served 24 years with the Choctaw Police Department before being elected sheriff 19 years ago. I’ve dedicated my …
The 2014-15 academic year saw a significant rise in the enrollment of Indian students, finds a report.
New paper focuses on centrality of teachers to peacebuilding in post-conflict contexts
Beyond the notes and uniforms, marching band teaches students real-world lessons in commitment, confidence, accountability, and teamwork.
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By Robert Schoon While there is a dearth of diversity in Silicon Valley, high-tech industries in the U.S. are expanding at such a rapid clip that employers are having trouble …
By Branwen Jeffreys Plans to redress differences in school funding across England are expected to be outlined in the Autumn Statement. Change will begin in 2017-18 after consultation on the …
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