Education
Schools are increasingly telling students they must put their phones away – Ohio’s example shows mixed results following new bans
Schools are increasingly telling students they must put their phones away – Ohio’s example shows mixed results following new bans 29 states have passed laws requiring K-12 public schools to enforce bans or strict limits on students using their cellphones on campus, with approximately 77% of public schools now forbidding students from having their phones […]
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Historically Black colleges and universities do more than offer Black youths a pathway to opportunity and success – I teach criminology, and my research suggests another benefit
Historically Black colleges and universities do more than offer Black youths a pathway to opportunity and success – I teach criminology, and my research suggests another benefit Historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) offer a pathway to higher education that can help young people, especially Black people, avoid the criminal justice system by providing access […]
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CubeSats’ Missions Begin
CubeSats’ Missions Begin CubeSats are small nanosatellites weighing 1-10 kilograms that use a standard size and form factor, designed for Earth observations and technology demonstrations. The development of CubeSats has advanced into its own industry, with collaboration between government, industry, and academia leading to increasing capabilities. CubeSats provide a cost-effective platform for science investigations, new […]
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When it comes to developing policies on AI in K-12, schools are largely on their own
When it comes to developing policies on AI in K-12, schools are largely on their own Many K-12 schools are developing their own policies on AI due to a lack of guidance from states, which can lead to inconsistent and uneven adoption of generative AI technology. Policymakers identified several ethical concerns related to AI in […]
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Iran’s universities have long been a battleground, where protests happen and students fight for the future
Iran’s universities have long been a battleground, where protests happen and students fight for the future Iran’s universities have been a battleground for protests and student activism since at least the mid-1900s, with students fighting for political reform and freedom. The current wave of protests, which began in December 2025, has spread across the country, […]
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Federal immigration enforcement near schools disrupts attendance, traumatizes students and damages their academic performance
Federal immigration enforcement near schools disrupts attendance, traumatizes students and damages their academic performance Federal immigration enforcement near schools can disrupt attendance, traumatize students, and damage their academic performance, as seen in recent protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota. The Trump administration’s surge of over 3,000 federal agents […]
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Bearing witness after the witnesses are gone: How to bring Holocaust education home for a new generation
Bearing witness after the witnesses are gone: How to bring Holocaust education home for a new generation Bearing witness after the witnesses are gone: How to bring Holocaust education home for a new generation highlights the challenges of teaching about the Holocaust as survivors pass away, and how educators can bridge the divides between students […]
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Rural areas have darker skies but fewer resources for students interested in astronomy – telescopes in schools can help
Rural areas have darker skies but fewer resources for students interested in astronomy – telescopes in schools can help Rural areas have some of the darkest skies in the country, making them ideal for stargazing and astronomy education, but they often lack resources to support students’ interests in STEM fields. The night sky has long […]
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Virtual National Science Foundation internships aren’t just a pandemic stopgap – they can open up opportunities for more STEM students
Virtual National Science Foundation internships aren’t just a pandemic stopgap – they can open up opportunities for more STEM students Virtual National Science Foundation internships are not just a pandemic stopgap, but can open up opportunities for more STEM students and provide valuable research experience. The shift to remote learning during the pandemic showed that […]
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New federal loan limits will worsen America’s nursing shortage and leave patients waiting longer for care
New federal loan limits will worsen America’s nursing shortage and leave patients waiting longer for care New federal loan limits will worsen America’s nursing shortage by limiting access to graduate nursing education, leading to longer wait times for patients and reduced quality of care. The tax and spending package signed into law in July 2025 […]
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