Author: Matthew Lynch
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Let’s face it: gender bias in academia is for real
Discover how gender bias continues to impact women in academia, from hiring to student evaluations. Cornell professors share their experiences and data-backed i -
Google donates 25,000 laptops to refugees
Google.org grants $5.3 million to a German nonprofit, distributing 25,000 Chromebooks to help refugees access vital education and technology in Europe. -
Sex ed for kindergartners proposed in Arizona
An Arizona lawmaker is pushing for kindergarten sex education, citing rising teen STIs and pregnancies. Discover the debate surrounding age-appropriate content -
6 Ways to Reform Teacher Education
Discover six promising reforms in teacher education designed to meet the evolving needs of K-12 students. Explore strategies like subject-specific recruiting an -
Eliminating tests through continual assessment
Discover how continual assessment can revolutionize P-20 education by reducing reliance on high-stakes standardized tests. Explore the impact on Common Core and -
Here’s what will change with the new SAT
Discover the major changes coming to the SAT in March 2016. Explore how the redesigned test aims to boost college access and its potential impact on ... -
Washington Cops Advocate Preschool to Prevent Future Crime
Police officers in Washington's Cowlitz County believe expanding preschool can significantly reduce crime. Learn how early education programs save costs and cha -
U.S. graduation rates at record high
Discover how US high school graduation rates reached a record 82% in the 2013-14 year, with narrowing achievement gaps for minority students. Learn about this s -
Where does Hillary Clinton stand on K-12 schools?
Explore Hillary Clinton's evolving views on K-12 education, including her support for Common Core and other key policy leanings. Discover her potential impact o -
My Brother’s Keeper Program Expanding
Sixty major school districts join President Obama's My Brother's Keeper initiative. Improve preschool access, track student data, boost gifted enrollment, and i
