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Education News
AI-curated daily U.S. education headlines with EFI analysis.
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Iowa House Passes University Curricula Bills
The Iowa House has approved bills that impact curricula at public universities and the processes for searching and selecting university presidents. These measures could influence academic content and leadership appointments in the…
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Florida Sociologists Censor Intro Course Amid Law
Florida sociologists have revised an introductory sociology course to comply with a state law prohibiting ‘speculative’ content in general education. The new textbook and framework aim to avoid controversial topics, but some…
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Ex-Corrections Dean Boosts Philly Student Safety
Art Green, Dean of Students at YESPhilly Accelerated High School in North Philadelphia, draws on his corrections experience to prioritize student safety and personal growth. He focuses on building up at-risk students…
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Blackboard Execs: AI Cheating Detection Futile
Blackboard executives argue that detecting AI-assisted cheating in education is increasingly impossible and a lost cause. One executive remains unconcerned, suggesting a shift in how professors assess student learning to address the…
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California Math Reform Leaves Students Behind
California’s math reform aimed to eliminate remedial courses and accelerate students into college-level math, but it has resulted in higher failure rates for some. The policy, intended as a shortcut to equity,…
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Teachers Denied Black History Learning Opportunities
The opinion piece discusses a teacher’s 2016 experience in the Brooklyn Historical Society archives, where they learned about abolition, women’s suffrage, and the legacy of enslavement through original documents. The author argues…
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NYC AI High School Proposal Faces Pushback
A proposal for Next Generation Technology High School in New York City aims to provide AI-focused STEM education for students. The screened admissions public high school is intended to train future technology…
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School Districts Build Real Career Pathways
School districts are expanding beyond traditional career simulations by forming partnerships with local community clients. This initiative provides students with hands-on, real-world opportunities to develop practical skills. The approach aims to better…
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New Book Aids Teachers in Science of Reading Implementation
A new book by Doug Lemov, Colleen Driggs, and Erica Woolway titled ‘The Teach Like a Champion Guide to the Science of Reading’ provides practical guidance for teachers. It emphasizes getting students…
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Universal Tutoring: Boosting Post-Pandemic Learning
The article discusses a parent’s decision to seek afterschool tutoring for their daughter struggling with pre-algebra due to gaps from virtual learning during the 2020-2021 school year. It highlights a five percentage…
