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New Report Shows the National Math and Science Initiative’s Long-Term Impact on Ensuring Equitable Access to STEM

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In a report released today, data suggest that compared to the national average, students enrolled in NMSI-supported Advanced Placement® courses are more likely to further their education and earn STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Math) degrees. View the full impact report here. A recent report shows that the U.S.

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First AI-powered School Year Begins, Ushering in a New Era in Education

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NEW YORK – Students are gearing up for the 2023 school year, and new research from Brainly reveals that AI is an integral element in middle and high school students’ academic life – even as educators debate and worry whether the revolutionary technology belongs in the classroom.

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OPINION: Ask not what can be done with a humanities degree

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I know now that this question was meant kindly — and was informed by the older generation’s desire to see their children enjoy a return on investment (ROI) on a college education similar to what they themselves experienced as first- and second-generation college-goers. College degrees changed the trajectories of their lives.

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How To Boost Student Engagement: Modern Tools for Math Teachers

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Modern educational tools make it possible to add a practical edge to math lessons, as students can observe math structures at play in the real world and see how people apply these formulas to solve common challenges. Department of Education reports show that technology can potentially transform education.

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Case Study Resources for Modern Teachers

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In education, case studies are widely used as a pedagogical tool to encourage critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and the application of theoretical knowledge. As educators embarking on the application of case studies, creating your individual case studies or incorporating existing ones is pivotal.

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More high school grads are rejecting 4-year pathways

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The findings from YouScience’s second annual national 2023 Post-Graduation Readiness Report. Comparatively, for graduates spanning the 2019-22 classes, this figure stood at 48 percent, signaling a noteworthy transformation within the education landscape.

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Most Parents Think Teachers Are Fully Prepared to Deliver Science of Reading-Aligned Instruction; Educators Are Less Optimistic

eSchool News

However, Lexia’s own nationwide survey of educators[2] found that only 27% of educators felt the same. In May, Education Week reported that 31 states and the District of Columbia had adopted laws and policies requiring early reading instruction to be aligned with the science of reading,” Gaehde continued. “On

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