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Education News
AI-curated daily U.S. education headlines with EFI analysis.
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Gaza Protests Dominate Michigan Trustee Election
The Michigan Democratic Party’s convention highlighted an unusually prominent trustee election for the University of Michigan Board of Regents, influenced heavily by ongoing Gaza protests. A Jewish regent became a focal point…
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Charter School Tests Critical Thinking Skills
Educators at Making Waves Academy, a charter school in California, are emphasizing teaching high school students to be effective communicators, problem solvers, and critical thinkers for success in a changing world. While…
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Why Students Disengage Before Falling Behind
The article discusses the ‘belonging gap’ in schools, where students feel unseen or undervalued, leading to disengagement before academic decline. It shares an example of a student who attended multiple schools and…
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DOJ Delays College Web Accessibility Deadline
The Department of Justice has extended the deadline for public colleges to comply with updated ADA web accessibility rules until next year. This applies to ensuring web pages and mobile apps are…
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Tennessee Passes Charlie Kirk Act for Campus Speech Protection
Tennessee lawmakers have passed the ‘Charlie Kirk Act’ to protect campus speakers from disruptions, following the shooting death of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk on a campus in September. The legislation…
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Kentucky Restores Most Higher Ed Funding
The Kentucky General Assembly has mostly restored funding for higher education institutions. This decision follows previous cuts or adjustments to state budgets affecting colleges and universities. The move aims to support public…
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OBBBA Cuts Impact on State Higher Ed Funding
A new report highlights how colleges and universities may face funding challenges as states compensate for federal cuts to SNAP and Medicaid under OBBBA. The extent of the impact varies based on…
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DOJ Delays School Website Accessibility Deadline
The Department of Justice has extended the enforcement deadline for website and mobile app accessibility standards under federal regulations. This delay aims to give educational institutions more time to comply with accessibility…
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College Leaders on AI Benefits and Risks in Higher Ed
Four higher education leaders shared their views on artificial intelligence at the annual ASU+GSV Summit. They discussed the most exciting benefits and concerning risks of AI in colleges. The conversation focused on…
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Employers Face AI Skills Gap in New Graduates
Employers are struggling to find graduates equipped with the necessary AI skills for entry-level roles. The rapid evolution of AI is shortening the lifespan of skills, posing risks to overall workforce readiness.…
