TDSB teacher applauded for creating inclusive classroom through prayer, mindfulness | CBC News
Ms. Pinder's inclusive teaching approach includes prayer and meditation time for Muslim students, fostering a positive classroom environment.
The efforts to create an inclusive classroom by recognizing diverse religious practices go beyond official curriculum, benefiting students from various backgrounds. [ more ]
Google & MIT Offer a Free Course on Generative AI for Teachers and Educators
Teachers can use generative AI tools to create engaging lesson plans, tailor instruction to different abilities, and save time on everyday tasks. [ more ]
5 Benefits And Challenges Of Cloud Computing In Education
Cloud computing in education provides cost-effective and efficient access to resources, collaboration opportunities, and enhanced data security. [ more ]
Delaine Eastin, first woman to serve as California's superintendent of public instruction, dead at 76
Delaine Eastin was the first woman to serve as California's superintendent of public instruction, overseeing 6 million students in over 10,000 schools. [ more ]
Videos of science practicals replacing interactive work in schools report
Pupils have less hands-on practical science experiences due to increased use of video demonstrations, potentially impacting engagement and learning outcomes. [ more ]
Brazil budget cuts could leave science labs without power and water
Politicians in Brazil are still debating budget allocation for research institutes and universities, risking essential financial support for basic needs.
The administration is advocating for reversing congressional cuts to prioritize funding for research and education, particularly in the Amazon region. [ more ]
The Impact of North Carolina Lt. Governor Mark Robinson's Deeply Disturbing Words - San Francisco Bay Times
Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson made controversial and derogatory statements about the trans community at a church service.
Robinson mocked and displayed ignorance of the transgender experience, reinforcing binary gender beliefs and denying the validity of transgender identities. [ more ]
University of Illinois campus gets $50M gift for computing school
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign received a $50 million donation to establish the Siebel School of Computing and Data Science focusing on technology. [ more ]
He got a college degree in prison. Now he's off to a prestigious law school
McKinley, after being in prison for over two decades, is now preparing to study at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, the first from the Northwestern University's Prison Education Program to be accepted into any law school.
Northwestern University's Prison Education Program (NPEP) provides educational opportunities, including bachelor's degrees, to incarcerated individuals, with McKinley being part of the groundbreaking inaugural class. [ more ]
How Bexley plans to improve SEND department given lowest possible rating
The Bexley Council is under scrutiny for systemic failings highlighted by Ofsted, prompting an action plan and regular monitoring for improvement. [ more ]
The Queer Brown Vegan Makes a Strong Case for the Importance of Queer Ecology - San Francisco Bay Times
Isaias Hernandez, aka Queer Brown Vegan, is a dedicated environmentalist and educator who focuses on improving environmental literacy through content creation and public engagements. [ more ]
Football-based mentoring found to boost wellbeing for at-risk pupils in England
Intensive mentoring through football can significantly increase wellbeing in troubled schoolchildren, equivalent to a job's happiness boost for an unemployed adult. [ more ]
Michaela school will keep its prayer ban but as a Muslim teacher I know it doesn't have to be this way | Nadeine Asbali
The debate over secularism and religious freedoms in UK schools is highlighted by the rejection of a Muslim student's challenge to a ban on prayer rituals at a London school. [ more ]
The article highlights historical events related to the establishment of a patriotic association for school children and the presentation of a new income tax bill in 1896 and 1909, respectively. [ more ]
Jewish students say Columbia University must address antisemitism ahead of DC hearing
Jewish students at Columbia University challenge President Shafik on addressing antisemitism in the wake of widespread incidents on US campuses. [ more ]
New Study Identifies A Predictor For Teens' Future Happiness
Teens' brain development is influenced by the kind of thinking they engage in, beyond just academic achievements.
Transcendent thinking, which involves making connections between stories and personal lives, plays a critical role in setting up teens for a happy adulthood. [ more ]
Billionaire transplant Kenneth Griffin makes a $9 million donation to Miami-Dade schools
A $9 million donation from Kenneth Griffin to provide math tutoring for Miami-Dade County Public Schools in partnership with Accelerate and University of Chicago Education Lab. [ more ]
Lawmakers don't let tornadoes stop them from meeting to advance two anti-LGBTQ+ bills
Anti-LGBTQ+ legislation advanced in Louisiana amid severe weather.
Bills aim to restrict addressing students by preferred names/pronouns and prohibit discussion of sexual orientation/gender identity in school. [ more ]
The Lewisham all-boys school fighting 'toxic masculinity' and stereotypes
Mike Sullivan focuses on developing well-rounded young men academically and socially with core values of hard work, ambition, respect, and kindness.
Forest Hill School emphasizes a caring and nurturing environment for boys, challenging stereotypes associated with all-boys schools in South East London. [ more ]
NYC Public High School Students Visit Tapestry HQ for Intro
Tapestry participated in Career Discovery Week to provide high school students with real-world career exploration experiences.
Students visited Tapestry offices for department presentations, Coach atelier tour, and a product design challenge focused on sustainability and women's empowerment. [ more ]