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Learning

Don’t Use Khan Academy Alone

I was eight years old when Sal Khan founded Khan Academy, a nonprofit, online platform that provides a free, world-class education for anyone, anywhere. In grade school, I used Khan Academy for extra...

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Learning

My Children Fell Behind During the Pandemic. What Can I Do?

Hey Shawnta! My children fell behind during the pandemic and I don't see our school helping them catch up. I don't have money for private tutoring. What can I do? Sincerely, Panicked Pandemic Parent...

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Learning

Little Ones Need Summer Learning and Fun. Here's How to Give Them Both.

When the mercury rises, that’s supposed to be family time, relaxation time, playtime for America’s students. It can also be a time of profound learning for the youngest children—if adults approach...

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COVID-19

New National Partnership Promises 250,000 More Adults in Schools To Support Student Recovery

Today, the White House announced the launch of the National Partnership for Student Success, a three-year, public-private partnership that will recruit and place 250,000 Americans in schools as...

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Learning

Pandemic Virtual Learning Was Chaotic, But Choking Off Quality Virtual Learning Won't Help Us Now

As a longtime online education parent and advocate, I hate to admit most of my fears about remote learning during the pandemic came true. The implementation was uneven and chaotic, and as a result,...

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student achievement

3 Ways Racism Is Damaging To the Health and Wellness of Black Students

Many educators and researchers approach the relationship between education and health as a linear one, where greater academic attainment leads to better student health (mental, physical and emotional...

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