Jane Robbins: Individuals should be free to accomplish their own dreams by virtue of their unique characteristics. Impersonal algorithms should not block that chance.
Magnet Schools, School Choice and the Coleman Report
Sandra Stotsky: So why have magnet schools and technical schools been so ignored by the research on school choice and by educators still seeking to address the Coleman report?
Virginia School Posts Students Health Information Online
Norfolk Public Schools in Virginia illegally posted dozens of students’ private health information online, as part of the district’s crisis plans The Virginian Pilot reports.
Study Shows Classroom Tech Reduces Exam Performance
An Educational Psychology study showed that dividing attention in the classroom through the use of electronic devices reduced student exam performance.
New Jersey Legislature Unveils Plan to Eliminate Hundreds of School Districts
The New Jersey Legislative leaders unveiled a plan that would eliminate hundreds of school districts which will erode local control of public education.
Common Core Did Not Help Mary Fallin’s Lack of Popularity
One of the reasons why Governor Mary Fallin, a Republican governor in a red state, is so unpopular was her tepid response to efforts to repeal Common Core.
Civic Engagement Is Not Civics Education
Shane Vander Hart: How can we expect our students to think critically about current events or engage in civic life without a foundation of knowledge?
ACT Sued by Disabled Students Over Release of Personal Information
A class action lawsuit was filed against ACT by a group of disabled students and parents of disabled students for release of their disability status.
Arne Duncan Does Not Regret Race To The Top or Common Core
Former U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan in his new memoir says he does not have any regrets over the Race to the Top program pushing Common Core.
Do Advanced Placement Classes Help Students?
More students are taking Advanced Placement (AP) and more students are failing as a result as well, but some question whether taking AP helps students when they get to college.
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