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Why John Dewey’s vision for education and democracy still resonates today
Education – The Conversation Read More John Dewey was a proponent of active learning. FatCamera via Getty Images John Dewey was one of the most important educational philosophers of the 20th century. His work has been cited in scholarly publications over 400,000 times. Dewey’s writings continue to influence discussions on a variety of subjects, including…
In states with laws targeting LGBTQ issues, school hate crimes quadrupled (The Washington Post)
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Doing Educational Equity Right: The Homework Gap Michael J. Petrilli on March 4, 2024 at 10:01 am
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Learning Loss Win-Win: High-Impact Tutoring in DC Boosts Attendance, Study Finds Linda Jacobson on March 1, 2024 at 5:01 am
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