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Frederick Hess discusses the renewed push for the ‘Science of Reading’ in education, questioning if it will succeed unlike past efforts. He suggests it’s a promising trend but warns of potential pitfalls that could undermine its effectiveness. The article emphasizes the need for careful implementation to avoid repeating historical failures. Key Points Science of Reading […]

The opinion piece by Amelia F. Barnum in the Harvard Crimson calls for banning laptops in Harvard classrooms to compel students to pay attention during lectures. The author argues that this would prevent active ignoring and encourage students to enroll in more genuinely interesting courses. Overall, the proposal aims to enhance the educational experience by

In 2024, Lucca van der Woude, a top water polo player at Harvard-Westlake School in Los Angeles, was arrested on suspicion of sexual assault. The incident allegedly occurred at the prestigious private institution, leading to a major scandal. The case, detailed in Vanity Fair, has drawn significant attention to the elite school’s handling of such

National and state data indicate a sluggish recovery from pandemic-related learning disruptions in U.S. schools. In Pennsylvania, reading scores remain well below pre-COVID levels and have declined for the fourth consecutive year. This underscores ongoing challenges in restoring student performance to previous standards. Key Points Pennsylvania reading scores far below pre-COVID levels Student performance has

The article discusses the rise in digital device usage in K-12 schools, with 80 percent of students now using computers or tablets, up from 50 percent pre-pandemic. It highlights parental concerns over excessive screen time amid schools’ increased adoption of digital tools. Educators are encouraged to develop best practices to maximize the benefits of digital

Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency significantly reduced the Institute of Education Sciences by canceling nearly 100 contracts and laying off about 90% of its staff, halting many core functions. Now, some officials in the Trump administration are advocating for its reconstruction. This development follows the initial dismantling aimed at streamlining government operations. Key Points

John K. Wilson reviews ‘The Opinionated University’ in Inside Higher Ed, highlighting Brian Soucek’s nuanced approach to departmental speech in academia. The review praises Soucek for balancing collective departmental expressions with individual rights protections. Published on March 9, 2026, it discusses better frameworks for university speech policies. Key Points Soucek proposes a nuanced method for

The article compiles reader responses to suggestions for implementing budget cuts in higher education that avoid damaging essential operations. Authored by Matt Reed, it focuses on trimming unnecessary expenses in community colleges. Published on March 9, 2026, it emphasizes wise strategies to reduce costs without cutting core functions. Key Points Readers provide ideas for non-harmful

President Trump hosted a White House roundtable on March 6, 2026, where leaders discussed the future of college athletics and called for federal intervention to address ongoing issues. The event highlighted growing momentum for a national solution to problems in college sports. Key figures including House Speaker Mike Johnson and Secretary of State Marco Rubio

Paul E. Peterson interviews Jeff Denning, an associate professor at the University of Texas at Austin, on the podcast The Education Exchange. The discussion explores how today’s higher grades might lead to smaller future paychecks. The episode is featured on Education Next. Key Points Interview focuses on the potential long-term economic impacts of grade inflation