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Nov 16 2025EDUCATION

Why Grading Students on Effort and Participation Works Better

Education has been stuck in a rut for decades. The system focuses too much on test scores and not enough on how students grow and participate. This approach pushes students to give up, especially in high school. But there's a better way. Some teachers have found success by grading students on effor

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Oct 25 2025POLITICS

Illinois Stands Strong: Protecting Reproductive Rights Amidst National Challenges

Illinois has become a key player in the fight for reproductive rights, especially after the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. Governor JB Pritzker has been at the forefront of this battle, ensuring that Illinois remains a safe haven for those seeking abortion care. Pritzker recently

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Apr 15 2025HEALTH

Education's Role in Daily Health Choices

Education plays a big part in how people make daily health choices. It's not just about knowing what's good for you. It's also about how your surroundings and social life affect your habits. Two studies in Germany looked into this. They focused on smoking and drinking sugary drinks. These habits are

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Apr 13 2025EDUCATION

Smart Tech in Schools: Boosting AI Teaching with a Clever Mix

Educational systems are changing fast. Schools are increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI) tools. This shift is pushing universities to find better ways to teach AI. A recent study took a close look at how AI can improve teaching and learning. The study split the big picture into thr

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Mar 20 2025HEALTH

Illinois Health Systems Under Scrutiny: The Push for Better Reporting of Abuse

Illinois is taking steps to tackle sexual misconduct in healthcare. A recent push aims to strengthen how healthcare workers and systems handle and report sexual misconduct claims. The goal is to prevent abuse from being swept under the rug. This comes after a series of revelations about how some hea

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Mar 11 2025EDUCATION

Can Massachusetts Keep Its Education System Strong?

Education is a big deal in Massachusetts. The state is known for having one of the best education systems in the country. But, there are some big changes happening at the federal level that could affect how things run. The federal government has been talking about shutting down the Departme

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Feb 15 2025EDUCATION

Fixing Education: Why Linda McMahon Matters

Education in the US is facing a serious crisis. Recent reports show that reading and math scores for eighth graders have dropped significantly. Only 30% of students are meeting reading proficiency levels, and math scores are also on the decline. This situation calls for major changes in how we appro

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Feb 08 2025EDUCATION

Education's Unexpected Shero

Education is a tough job. The U. S. Department of Education is a big name, some would say a controversial one. Imagine being in a job where the President himself wants to shut it down, but you're still the one doing the job. That's what happened with Linda McMahon. She was a wrestling star and busin

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Feb 07 2025OPINION

COMMENTS On The Department of Education

Education, or lack of it, is a hot topic nowadays. Some folks think that the Department of Education isn't pulling its weight. They believe that the federal division hasn't been effective for a long time. Some people think that it really doesn't matter when schools are only places to socialize. Som

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Dec 10 2024ENVIRONMENT

Greening Chicago: Can Labor and Environment Work Together?

Illinois' environmental and labor leaders are exploring cooperation to tackle the state's climate challenges. Jennifer Walling, head of the Illinois Environmental Council, and Marc Poulos, a labor representative, recently visited Germany to learn about their efficient mass transit system. They hope

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