Monthly Archives: December 2015
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Report: wealth gap in higher education growing
According to a report by Moody’s Investor Service, Americans colleges and universities are developing a wealth gap problem. “One third of all assets held by colleges ... -
3 Things That Barack Obama Did For P-20 Education in 2015
When Barack Obama assumed the presidency, he was confronted by a nasty set of problems in P-20 education. High student loan debt, lack of affordable early-childhood ... -
Stereotypes Affect Math Competence in Girls, Research Suggests
Contributed by Daniel Calder While it is clear that women are underrepresented in science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields, there are numerous competing hypotheses, and little consensus, ... -
3 Ways That the USDOE Was Called Out During 2015
As the government organization in charge of P-20 education, the USDOE gets its fair share of love and hate. For the purpose of this piece, let’s ... -
Bobby Jindal wanted more education cuts in Louisiana
Higher education in Louisiana faced cuts this past year after the state faced a multi-million dollar budget shortfall. It could’ve been worse (way worse) for education ... -
What gifts do college graduates actually want?
**The Edvocate is pleased to publish guest posts as way to fuel important conversations surrounding P-20 education in America. The opinions contained within guest posts are ... -
Missouri bill aims to stop college players from striking
A proposed bill in Missouri would impose a penalty on college athletes who decide to strike. According to Chicagotribune.com, Missouri Republican Rick Brattin submitted a bill that “would ... -
Enrolling in a College of Education: What You Need to Know
Becoming an educator begins, of course, enrolling in a college of education. Whether you’re starting your pathway to becoming a teacher straight out of high school ... -
How Teachers Can Foster Culturally Responsive Classrooms
Once an educator has thoroughly examined her own cultural beliefs, values, and biases, she is ready to begin learning about other cultures. Researchers have theorized that ... -
Aspiring Teachers: Would You Feel At Home in a Nontraditional School?
Many teachers decide to work in nontraditional school settings. These may be private schools, but there are many public nontraditional schools, such as charter schools, alternative ...