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**Educate**

Stories about education, opportunity, and how people learn. From APM Reports.

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Trey Kay’s “The Long Game: Texas’ Ongoing Battle for the Direction of the Classroom” Oct 29, 2013

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In November Texas plans to adopt new science textbooks which will be used in classrooms there for the next decade. […]

Adult Literacy Around the World Oct 22, 2013

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A new global survey shows that American adults scored below average in literacy and math skills, even though they’ve gone […]

James Meredith’s Education Mission Oct 15, 2013

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In 1962, James Meredith launched a one-man crusade to integrate the University of Mississippi, also known as Ole Miss. Today, […]

Smartest Kids in the World Oct 08, 2013

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Kids in some other countries learn more at school than American students do. A new book says that’s about what […]

What Good Are Field Trips Oct 01, 2013

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Tight budgets and more emphasis on test scores mean fewer field trips. New research shows how and why field trips […]

Crossing Class Sep 24, 2013

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The Ivy League isn’t on the radar for most poor students. Travis Reginal defied the odds, and is now a […]

Delve into Deeper Learning Sep 17, 2013

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Author of key report says students need both knowledge and know-how; content and the skills to apply it. Guest: Jim […]

Second-Chance Diploma: Examining the GED Sep 01, 2013

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Most test-takers hope the GED will lead to a better job or more education. But critics say the GED encourages some students to drop out of school. And research shows the credential is of little value to most people who get one.

Teaching to Each Aug 20, 2013

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Our guest says teachers must meet students where they are, even if that’s 40 different places. Guest: Carol Ann Tomlinson, […]

The Sweet Spot of Learning Aug 13, 2013

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Kids are naturally curious, but not naturally good thinkers.How personalized learning may help them learn to think. Guest: Daniel Willingham, […]

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