Assessment of Resilient Skills for the Future | Getting Smart

Assessment of Resilient Skills for the Future | Getting Smart

Over the past five years, there has been a significant focus on the importance of durable or transferable skills. These skills, also known as competencies, play a crucial role in balancing the skills triangle, along with core skills and industry-specific skills. Efforts at various levels, from schools to districts to states, have highlighted the value … Read more

Achieving Above-Average Graduation Rates for Low-Income Students: Strategies from Four Universities

Achieving Above-Average Graduation Rates for Low-Income Students: Strategies from Four Universities

MONTCLAIR, N.J. — As a high-school senior in New Jersey, Ernesto Reyes Velasco couldn’t envision himself taking the leap to become an independent college student. Neither of his parents, who are immigrants from Mexico, had gone to college. He didn’t have close friends as examples. Money was tight. But this past summer Reyes Velasco spent … Read more

Jane Oates: Overcoming Obstacles to Workforce Inclusion

Jane Oates: Overcoming Obstacles to Workforce Inclusion

In this episode of Trending in Education, host Mike Palmer welcomes back Jane Oates, senior policy advisor at Working Nation, for her third (fridge-magnet-earning) appearance on the show. Jane and Mike dive deep into workforce development, education, and the role of technology in shaping the future of work. We discuss Working Nation’s “Breaking Barriers” series, … Read more

Climate Change is Real: Melting Glaciers Uncover Ancient Corpses

Climate Change is Real: Melting Glaciers Uncover Ancient Corpses

Some Republican leaders, including Trump, believe that climate change is a hoax. The Trump administration banned the use of the term by government agencies. Florida recently declared it would not adopt science textbooks that explain climate change. It’s not real. Really? Read this story, which appeared in the Los Angeles Times. Jack Dolan, staff writer, … Read more

Desire for Increased Career-Relevant Education among Students

Desire for Increased Career-Relevant Education among Students

Students across New Hampshire are expressing a strong desire for more opportunities for career-connected learning, with 59 percent stating that they would like to see an increase in these types of experiences. This information comes from a recent report released by the New Hampshire Learning Initiative and Gallup, titled Voices of New Hampshire Students: Career-Connected … Read more

Republicans in Florida Attempt to Politicize School Board Elections

Republicans in Florida Attempt to Politicize School Board Elections

When Florida voters go to the polls next month, they will be deciding whether school board candidates should be listed as Republicans or Democrats on future ballots. While it may seem like a small administrative change, Democrats and education advocates are concerned about the potential implications for the state’s students and educators. For the past … Read more

2024/2025 Tuition Fees at Speedway Polytechnic School

2024/2025 Tuition Fees at Speedway Polytechnic School

Introduction to Speedway Polytechnic Fee Structure Speedway Polytechnic in Ogun State is known for its commitment to providing affordable and quality education. The institution offers National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) programs, with detailed fee schedules to assist students in managing their finances effectively. For the 2024/2025 academic session, Speedway Polytechnic has set … Read more

Limitations of DEI efforts in addressing Islamophobia (perspective)

Limitations of DEI efforts in addressing Islamophobia (perspective)

As a visibly Muslim woman and tenured law professor, I have faced discrimination throughout my life. However, nothing could have prepared me for the chilling reality I experienced at the 2024 Democratic National Convention. While serving as co-chair of the DNC’s Interfaith Council and on the executive committee of the DNC’s Women’s Caucus, I became … Read more

Utilizing Cognitive Science in Instructional Design

Utilizing Cognitive Science in Instructional Design

Cognitive science is a valuable tool for instructional design because it delves into how our brains process information. By studying how we think, remember, solve problems, and make decisions, cognitive science provides insights that can greatly enhance the effectiveness of educational experiences. Understanding how learning takes place allows instructional designers to create engaging and memorable … Read more