A New Argument for More Diverse Classrooms
U.S. Education Secretary John King will argue that interactions with children from different backgrounds prepare students for the workforce.
Education
Learning to Be Human
In an era fixated with science, technology, and data, the humanities are in decline. They’re more vital than ever.
When Student Activists Refuse to Talk to Campus Newspapers
With the rise of social media, young people have a mouthpiece of their own and little incentive to help reform an institution they’ve criticized.
How Trump Is Already Shaping Education Policy
His candidacy is affecting the Republican party’s strategy for implementing the Every Student Succeeds Act.
How a House Can Shape a Child’s Future
A new study from Cleveland looks at the correlations between living conditions and kindergarten readiness.
Why America's Business Majors Are in Desperate Need of a Liberal-Arts Education
Their degrees may help them secure entry-level jobs, but to advance in their careers, they’ll need much more than technical skills.
Civics Lessons From the House Democrats' Sit-In
The protest teaches kids about media literacy, the legislative process, and the repercussions of prolonged congressional gridlock.
Is Discipline Reform Really Helping Decrease School Violence?
A lack of concrete information about student misconduct—and how to address it—may be hindering efforts to make campuses safer.