Author: Matthew Lynch
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Do school vouchers improve results? It depends on what we ask
Joshua Cowen, Michigan State University A set of reports on Louisiana’s statewide school voucher program recently revealed a number of important features of that program’s operation ... -
What do special educators need to succeed?
Elizabeth Bettini, Boston University and Kristin Murphy, University of Massachusetts Boston A shortage of special education teachers is threatening the ability of schools in many states ... -
The Four Dimensions of a Positive School Culture
As today’s school leaders seek to acquire the skills and knowledge that are necessary for effectiveness in current educational institutions, they should realize that there are ... -
Adult Education Falls Short
**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 ... -
6 Reasons Why You Should Become a Transformational Leader
A transformational school leader ensures students focus on their studies by being considerate of individuality, being charismatic in influencing them, and inspiring them. Instead of using ... -
Maryland HBCU faculty protest at state capitol
Issues with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) in Maryland continue on as the Maryland HBCU faculty caucus put forth a protest at the state’s capitol ... -
With versatility in reading assessments, Reading Horizons launches latest platform
The task of teaching children how to read has been a challenge for educators since public schooling became the norm. In recent years technology has opened ... -
We cannot teach race without addressing what it means to be ‘white’
**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 ... -
4 Types of Media That Schools Should Use to Tell Their Stories
Whether local, national, or social, each type of outlet serves a distinct purpose. Guest post by Christopher Piehler In the first part of this two-part series, ... -
Why socioeconomic school integration might actually work
According to News One Education, President Obama’s proposed 2017 education budget seeks $120 million for greater socioeconomic integration in schools across the United States. The money will go ...