Thursday , April 18 2024

Education

Minerva Schools at KGI: New Form of Education Claims to Offer More Relevant Experience for Your Job

Standardized testing is not part of the curriculum, and neither are midterms and final exams. Student “grades” will be based on performance in the real-world setting, which the founders argue is a better way to prepare them for the workforce.

Read More »

A Day of ‘Hamilton’ with Students and Teachers at the Hamilton Education Program in New York City

'Hamilton'-inspired poems and songs by NYC high school students preparing to see the Broadway musical reminded us that we must continue to fight for freedom.

Read More »

Prison Education Transforms Lives, Reduces Recidivism

Prison education and rehabilitation programs can provide practical skills, career and vocational skills, and critical thinking skills. They can help with mental and behavioral issues, and provide access to higher education courses; some achieve diplomas and degrees while incarcerated. These programs are vital to improving lives, especially since many prisoners come from poverty, do not have high school diplomas, and lack outside support networks.

Read More »