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Want a stronger workforce? Make reading initiatives multigenerational

eSchool News

Additionally, fewer than 10 percent of all adults in need of literacy support are currently receiving education services, according to a 2023 report by the Adult Literacy and Learning Impact Network of which NCFL is a member. Research shows that about 43 million Americans—nearly one in five adults—read below a third grade reading level.

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The State of Computer Science Report Reveals Progress and Challenges in US Education

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It aims to empower students to be not just consumers but creators of technology, with a deep understanding of its impact on society. Professional Development for Teachers: To meet the increasing demand for computer science education, many teachers who did not initially specialize in the field are being upskilled.

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PROOF POINTS: How a debate over the science of math could reignite the math wars

The Hechinger Report

It also raises new questions about what makes for good evidence in math education and pits well-designed quantitative studies of achievement gains against qualitative studies of people’s attitudes about math and why more women and people of color don’t enter STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) fields.

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Aspen Institute’s Newest Ascend Fellows Represent a Tightening Focus on Early Childhood

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This week, the Aspen Institute announced its 2022 Ascend fellows, a cohort of 22 individuals hailing from a range of disciplines including medicine, research, entrepreneurship, government and policy, and nonprofit leadership and advocacy. Meet four of them below. You have to go where children are being cared for.”

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How one city closed the digital divide for nearly all its students

The Hechinger Report

Ramos knew there were many kids like her, eager to keep up with school but lacking the technology to do so. It’s just been exacerbated by the pandemic,” said Rebeca Shackleford, the director of federal government relations at All4Ed, an education advocacy nonprofit. To her, it was “heartbreaking.”. The homework gap isn’t new.

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eSN Hero Awards Finalists: 11 inspiring educators

eSchool News

Read about the three 2023 winners here. Savvas is proud to call out Johnston County Public Schools as an outstanding example of K-12 success using enVision — a true “K-12 Hero” using its innovative education technology. During a district board meeting, Ms. Read about 10 more finalists here !)

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Massachusetts Is Investing Big in Early Care and Education. It’s Paying Off.

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Without the historic level of operational funding that was distributed monthly to child care programs across the United States through September 2023, many providers are experiencing staff departures and shouldering rising costs, leading many to increase tuition for families and some to close classrooms — or worse, close their doors entirely.

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