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Dec 15 2024EDUCATION

Future Pharmacists: Unlocking Data Power in Schools

In the fast-paced world of healthcare, digital technology and big data are driving major changes. One such change is happening at the University of Southern California's Alfred E. Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (USC Mann). This forward-thinking school is updating its curriculum

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Dec 15 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Raphael Saadiq to Guide USC Music Students

Legendary artist Raphael Saadiq is joining the USC Thornton School of Music as the first mentor in their new Dean’s Creative Vanguard Program. This partnership, led by dean Jason King and key instructors, will see Saadiq, known for his work with D’Angelo and Solange, mentoring senior students in the

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Dec 15 2024EDUCATION

Radiology Education Goes Global: Free Online Webinars Democratizing Learning

Imagine being able to learn about radiology from experts around the world, all while sitting in your own home. This is the reality thanks to free-to-access radiology webinars. Let's take a closer look at how these online classes are making top-notch education accessible to anyone with an internet co

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Dec 15 2024EDUCATION

Math Controversy: NYC Skips Bidding for New Curriculum

In a surprising move, New York City's Department of Education (DOE) didn't open up bidding for a new math curriculum, called "Illustrative Math. " Instead, they chose this program for a $34 million initiative called "NYC Solves. " This decision has raised some eyebrows, especially among other curric

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Dec 14 2024HEALTH

Burnout in Nursing Education: A Closer Look

Staff burnout in nursing colleges can seriously impact how well nursing departments function. Surprisingly, not much research exists on burnout and its effects on nursing educators and support staff. It's important to explore this issue because burnout can lead to decreased productivity and job sati

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Dec 14 2024HEALTH

Crafting Compelling Patient Stories for Healthcare Education

Healthcare education is evolving rapidly. Traditional lectures are taking a backseat to student-centered small-group sessions. Problem-based learning (PBL) has become a key part of many medical schools' curricula. This approach lets students identify their own knowledge gaps. For junior scientists l

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Dec 14 2024POLITICS

Education Secretary's Warning: Trump's Plan Could Derail Equal Opportunities

Miguel Cardona, the outgoing U. S. Education Secretary, is raising alarms about former President Donald Trump's plan to abolish the Education Department. Cardona, who started as a fourth-grade teacher and became the first Latino education commissioner in Connecticut, believes this move could harm st

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Dec 14 2024EDUCATION

Friendships on the Court: Middle Schoolers Bond Over Pickleball

At Crayton Middle School, a special bond is forming on the Pickleball court. The school's Special Olympics Unified program brings together students from both special and general education classes to engage in physical activities. Jazayah Grimes, a deaf student, has found a real connection with his p

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Dec 14 2024EDUCATION

Ukraine's Tech Education: What's Next?

Ukraine is in the middle of a big update to its IT education system. Why? Partly because it promised some changes when it agreed to the EU-Ukraine deal. A fresh study took a close look at how well Ukraine’s higher IT education is doing compared to the rest of the world. It compared the list of IT to

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Dec 13 2024EDUCATION

Learning about Safety with KatakLarita: A New Approach for Deaf Kids

Keep it simple, yet important—that's the mission of KatakLarita, an innovative program that's empowering deaf children with crucial sexual safety knowledge. This isn't your typical classroom lesson. KatakLarita is all about including everyone, even those who communicate through sign language. With t

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