A decade of research on education inequality in America
WEBJun 29, 2020 · A decade of research shows that education is not a great equalizer in the US, but rather a source of growing disparities by income and race. The article examines the data on school spending, poverty, segregation and achievement gaps, and argues that addressing segregation is key to improving education quality.
What aspects of teaching should remain human? - The Hechinger …
WEBJul 10, 2024 · The Hechinger Report provides in-depth, fact-based, unbiased reporting on education that is free to all readers. But that doesn't mean it's free to produce. Our work keeps educators and the public informed about pressing issues at schools and on campuses throughout the country.
America's reading proficiency scores were dropping before the …
WEBNov 10, 2021 · This article reports on the decline of reading proficiency in U.S. students before and during the pandemic, especially among low-income and young learners. It cites several studies and examples to show the impact of school closures and remote instruction on reading achievement and gaps.
PROOF POINTS: Seven new studies on the impact of a four-day …
WEBAug 29, 2022 · A four-day school week may be popular with families, but it may also harm academic achievement, especially for rural students. Learn about the latest research on the impact of a four-day schedule on test scores, attendance, and sports in different states.
Low college enrollment threatens to cause long-term consequences
WEBJan 22, 2022 · The number of Americans going to college has declined by nearly three million over the last decade, affecting economic growth, social welfare, health and political participation. The article explores the reasons and impacts of this trend, and the challenges for higher education policy and practice.
PROOF POINTS: Scholars weigh decline in reading habits
WEBMay 17, 2021 · The web page explores the possible causes of the decline in reading comprehension scores among eighth graders in the U.S. and other countries. It examines the role of reading habits, attitudes, instruction, and digital media in …
Sold a story: How teaching kids to read went so wrong
WEBOct 20, 2022 · A new podcast from APM Reports exposes how an idea about reading instruction based on whole language and cueing system was promoted and sold to educators despite scientific evidence. Listen to the episodes and read the letters from teachers and experts on the impact and alternatives of this approach.
Analysis finds hundreds of colleges show serious financial warning …
WEBAug 4, 2020 · A financial stress test based on federal data reveals that more than 500 colleges and universities nationwide are at risk of closing or cutting programs due to enrollment, revenue and funding declines. The coronavirus pandemic has exacerbated the crisis, especially for public and private four-year institutions in Ohio and Illinois.
PROOF POINTS: 861 colleges and 9,499 campuses have closed …
WEBNov 21, 2022 · The Hechinger Report analyzes federal data and finds that 861 colleges and 9,499 campuses have closed down since 2004, mostly for-profit institutions. Students face challenges in transferring credits, completing degrees and repaying loans.
PROOF POINTS: What research tells us about gifted education
WEBOct 18, 2021 · The web page examines the problems and evidence of gifted and talented programs in the U.S., such as low diversity, ineffective instruction, and lack of academic boost. It also explores some possible ways to improve gifted education, such as universal screening, acceleration, and curriculum alignment.