Category: Education
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Idia Binitie Thurston, Northeastern University – A Roadmap for Diversifying the Nation’s Academic Health Programs
Diversifying academic health programs is still a crucial goal for higher education institutions. Idia Bintie Thurston, professor of public health & health sciences and applied psychology at Northeastern University, explores a roadmap to do so. Idia Binitie Thurston, PhD is a licensed clinical psychologist, professor of Public Health & Health Sciences and Applied Psychology, Affiliate…
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Aaliyah Baker, University of Dayton – Homeschooling Movement Grows Among Black Families
On University of Dayton Week: There are many reasons why parents would decide to homeschool their kids. Aaliyah Baker, faculty member in the department of educational administration, details a community that has found benefits in the practice. Dr. Aaliyah Baker is a community-engaged scholar and faculty member in the Department of Educational Administration at the…
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Laura Link, University of North Dakota – Holding Kids Back Does More Harm Than Good
Holding kids back does more harm than good, but what can be done to help? Laura Link, associate professor of teaching & leadership at the University of North Dakota, says alternative strategies can bring positive change. Dr. Laura Link is the co-author of Cornerstones of Strong Schools: Practices for Purposeful Leadership and author of several…
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Andrew Gaudes, Brock University – Beyond the Bottom Line: How Business Schools are Shaping a Better World
Can business program graduates be a force for good in the world? Andrew Gaudes, professor of entrepreneurship at the Goodman School of Business at Brock University, says yes. Andrew Gaudes is an academic professional with extensive experience in various leadership roles in the field of business education. He has held positions as Dean of the…
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Daniel Sparks, University of Pennsylvania – An Exploration of State Free College Policies
Are tuition-free eligible academic programs working as intended or do they need updates? Daniel Sparks, postdoctoral fellow in economics and education at the University of Pennsylvania, leads this exploration. Daniel Sparks is a postdoctoral fellow in economics and education at the University of Pennsylvania. His research focuses on higher education finance and policy. An Exploration…
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Klint Kanopka, New York University – Social-Emotional Skills in Education
On New York University Week: Not all learning in schools comes from the curriculum. Klint Kanopka, assistant professor of applied statistics, delves into social emotion learning. Klint Kanopka is an applied statistician who uses computational models to solve problems in educational and psychological measurement. His recent work includes the development of a mixture item response…
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Amie Rapaport, University of Southern California – School Absences, Grades, and Mental Health
Schools have been prioritizing students’ mental health, but it hasn’t been enough. Amie Rapaport, research scientist at the Center for Social and Economic Research at the University of Southern California, looks at what still needs to be done. Amie Rapaport has a PhD in Social Psychology and is a Research Scientist at the University of…
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Anthony James, Miami University – Chronic Absenteeism
The pandemic has brought many challenges to the fore in K-12 schools. Anthony James, professor and interim chair of family science and social work at Miami University, details how to fight back against one of these. Dr. Anthony G. James Jr. is a professor in the Department of Family Science and Social Work at Miami University. He earned…
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Helen Choi, University of Southern California – Because You Can, Should You?
Is artificial intelligence the right tool for those in higher education to be using? Helen Choi, senior lecturer in the engineering in society program at the University of Southern California, asks us to think about the question ethically. Helen Choi is a Senior Lecturer in the Engineering in Society Program at the University of Southern…
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Laird Kramer, Florida International University – Creating a Calculus Course Where All Students Succeed
On Florida International University Week: Many students can struggle while taking a calculus course. Laird Kramer, founding director of the STEM Transformation Institute professor of physics at Florida International University, attempts to find a way to change things. Laird Kramer’s work focuses on facilitating institutional change in STEM instruction through implementation of, and research on,…