EmpowerU Enhances Tier 2 Student Mental Health Services

EmpowerU Enhances Tier 2 Student Mental Health Services

EmpowerU, Catapult Learning’s mental health and resilience solution, has recently expanded its Tier 2 programming to better support schools in assisting students with subclinical mental health needs. With the introduction of the new School-Led Group Support product, EmpowerU now offers a comprehensive range of Tier 2 solutions aimed at helping schools effectively address non-academic barriers … Read more

Reflecting on the Past: Revisiting Research on How Immigrant Students Benefit Everyone

Reflecting on the Past: Revisiting Research on How Immigrant Students Benefit Everyone

(I am republishing my top posts from the first half of the year. You can view the full list here)   Two years ago, I wrote a post titled “New Study Finds That The Presence Of Immigrant Students In Schools Helps Everybody, But Totally Misses Obvious Reason.” It discussed a significant study that highlighted a … Read more

The Impact of AI-Driven Personalized eLearning on Training

The Impact of AI-Driven Personalized eLearning on Training

AI-based custom eLearning is transforming the landscape of corporate training by providing personalized, engaging, and efficient learning experiences. This shift is made possible through the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies into custom eLearning platforms. Traditional one-size-fits-all training models are being replaced by tailored learning paths that cater to individual employees’ needs, preferences, and learning … Read more

Educators and conservatives vie for influence in school board elections

Educators and conservatives vie for influence in school board elections

California school board races are gaining more attention in the 2022 election, with the California Teachers Association (CTA) and the California Republican Party actively supporting their preferred candidates. The CTA is working to get local unions more involved in school board elections, with teachers canvassing neighborhoods and rallying support for union-backed candidates. On the other … Read more

Can a community college drive regional transformation and foster its own growth? Will voters support it?

Can a community college drive regional transformation and foster its own growth? Will voters support it?

LOCKHART, Texas — Last year, Alfonso Sifuentes found himself on a bus tour organized by the chamber of commerce to explore the future of the Central Texas region south of Austin. During the tour, there was discussion about San Marcos, a suburb along Interstate 35, rejecting an expansion of Austin Community College due to concerns … Read more

Creating a Podcast Network for Scholars featuring Marshall Poe

Creating a Podcast Network for Scholars featuring Marshall Poe

In this episode, we hear from Marshall Poe, the founder and editor of the New Books Network, a podcasting network that aims to unlock expertise and expand access to learning. With a background as a former Russian historian, Marshall recognized the gap between what experts know and what the public understands, leading him to see … Read more

Barbara Bush, GW Bush’s Daughter, Supports Kamala’s Campaign

Barbara Bush, GW Bush’s Daughter, Supports Kamala’s Campaign

Barbara Bush, the daughter and granddaughter of Republican presidents, has officially endorsed Kamala Harris and is actively campaigning for her in Pennsylvania. As reported by People magazine: Barbara Pierce Bush, the daughter of former President George W. Bush and granddaughter of former President George H.W. Bush, dedicated part of her weekend to supporting Vice President … Read more

Frequently Asked Questions by Teenagers Regarding the Election

Frequently Asked Questions by Teenagers Regarding the Election

Throughout 2024, Headway and Chalkbeat have been engaging with teenagers about the upcoming presidential election, asking them about their engagement, the issues that matter to them, and their questions about the election process. The major candidates, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald J. Trump, have very different policies on key issues like abortion, … Read more

DePaul involves new students in cultural immersion opportunities

DePaul involves new students in cultural immersion opportunities

DePaul University in Illinois has a unique program called the Chicago Quarter, which is a required course for all incoming first-year students. This program aims to introduce students to the city of Chicago, its history, culture, and people through experiential learning excursions. The course is divided into two tracks: Discover Chicago and Explore Chicago. Discover … Read more

Launching an eBook: 8 Inquiries for an LMS Demo

Launching an eBook: 8 Inquiries for an LMS Demo

Choosing the best Learning Management System (LMS) for your organization can be a daunting task. Once you have identified your needs, setting up demos to narrow down the options and determine the software that best aligns with your objectives and current technology stack is crucial. This eBook provides insights into the essential questions to ask … Read more