When we wanted to see how schools changed during the pandemic, we thought technology would help teachers. But, surprise! Our study found that using learning management systems made teachers feel more burnt out. We surveyed 779 U. S. teachers in May 2022 and did follow-up focus groups in the fall. D
In Zambia, many female students face a serious issue: menstrual poverty. This means they struggle to afford menstrual products, often resorting to unsafe alternatives that can cause health problems like infections. To understand this better, researchers looked at how urban and rural students in Zamb
In several states across the U. S. , including Vermont, a significant shift is happening in public schools: the introduction of Universal School Meals (USM) programs. These programs challenge the increasing grip of neoliberal ideas on education. What makes USM programs so interesting is their potent
Imagine a group of young people, aged 15 to 29, who aren't in school, at work, or in training programs. We call them NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training). They are a big concern for the European Union (EU). Experts have taken a closer look at where these young people live and how their l
The head of Chicago's teachers union, Stacy Davis Gates, got some heat for her remarks at a recent meeting. She compared Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez to a student with special needs. Her exact words were something like, "Pedro can't be suspended because he should get extra help like kid
Ever since Ed Sheeran shot to fame, he's been sharing his love for music with a big goal in mind: helping kids in the UK get the best music education possible. He's launching a foundation to do just that. Why is this a big deal? Well, music education in the UK has been struggling with funding cuts.
Universities are facing a crisis. Money is pouring into bureaucracy, not education. This isn't just about liberal faculties; it's about administrators who are more radical and less connected to teaching. The number of non-teaching staff has exploded, and with it, tuition fees. Students aren't gettin
Dorchester School District 2 is revamping its STEM programs with a fresh boost from Google. The tech giant has awarded the district a $25, 000 grant, which Superintendent Dr. Shane Robbins plans to use to spark creativity in classrooms. Unlike usual funds, which are often restricted, this grant offe
Rhode Island's education system isn't working for many kids, especially those from low-income families and communities of color. For example, in 2024, only about 24% of low-income third graders met reading expectations, compared to nearly 50% of their wealthier peers. Math scores show a similar gap.
The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted a global need for quick and accessible health training. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) have been a popular method for spreading knowledge, but they face hurdles like limited tech access, language barriers, and cultural differences, especially in low-resource ar
