WTF? Slurs offend young adults more than swearing
A cognitive scientist observes that the words that bother college-age Americans today can cause harm.
November 8, 2019
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Education
Here's why colleges are being forced to close their doors - and what they can do to stay open
Small private colleges are closing left and right. A veteran university administrator explains the forces behind the trend.
November 7, 2019
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To solve the hidden epidemic of teen hunger, we should listen to teens who experience it
Faced with uncertainty over their next meal, teens in a Texas study reveal the various things they resort to in order to…
November 6, 2019
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Many states now require anti-bullying training that includes a focus on LGBTQ students - but risks r
Nearly a decade after Tyler Clementi's death, there are growing efforts to do more to protect students like him from…
November 6, 2019
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Before you decide to work in college, ask yourself these questions
Working in college may help students pay the bills, but putting in long hours can come at a cost, research shows. A scholar…
November 5, 2019
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DeVos's formula for success: Trash public schools and push privatization
Education Secretary Betsy DeVos discusses "expanding education freedom" for American students.
November 1, 2019
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Will the NCAA's move to let college athletes get paid endorsements make a difference? 3 questions an
Now that the NCAA will allow college athletes to seek paid endorsements, questions abound about how the players will be…
October 31, 2019
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How much of a difference does the number of kids in a classroom make?
Research suggests that kids benefit when there are fewer of them in a classroom. But quickly reducing class size can cause…
October 31, 2019
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At these championship-winning schools, coaches sacrifice time and money for players to beat the odds
Amid plans to create special sports divisions for high-poverty schools, coaches at such schools explain how they produce…
October 30, 2019
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Community colleges open the door to selective universities
While selective universities may be elusive for many students, going to a community college first can represent an alternative…
October 23, 2019
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Even when they aren't fired for being pregnant or gay, teachers face strict moral demands
What it means to be a good teacher has changed over time, along with prevailing views on what constitutes appropriate behavior.
October 22, 2019
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The Chicago teachers' strike isn't just about kids – it's about union power too
Teachers' unions often say they go on strike to improve conditions for students. A closer look at recent walkouts suggests…
October 18, 2019
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Here's what's missing in efforts to curb heavy drinking and hazing on campus
Colleges and universities have banned fraternities from campus to stave off problem drinking and hazing incidents. But a…
October 18, 2019
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Pell Grants are getting their due in the 2020 campaign
A proposal to double the value of Pell Grants for college students could finally start to restore their value to what they…
October 17, 2019
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A UN treaty guarantees youth rights everywhere on earth – except the United States
The Convention on the Rights of the Child is empowering children around the world by encouraging them to see themselves…
October 17, 2019
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Keeping students safe is a growth industry struggling to fulfill its mission
Efforts to 'harden' school buildings could distract from the need to focus on human behavior and what's known…
October 16, 2019
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Stimulants: Using them to cram for exams ruins sleep and doesn't help test scores
Students looking to gain an academic edge by taking stimulants such as Adderall fail to do better on tests and also mess…
October 16, 2019
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Income-based repayment becoming a costly solution to student loan debt
The income-based repayment plan that lets borrowers pay back student loans based on their salaries is in jeopardy. The problem?…
October 11, 2019
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Computer science now counts as math credit in most states – is this a good idea?
Most states have changed their rules in recent years to let computer science count as a required high school math or science…
October 10, 2019
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6 ways to establish a productive homework routine
When it comes to completing homework, getting organized and celebrating small victories along the way is key, an expert…
October 9, 2019
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