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Jan 12 2026EDUCATION

Harvard's Leader Speaks Out on Classroom Culture

Harvard's top leader, Alan Garber, recently shared his thoughts on free speech and learning in a podcast interview. He believes universities should focus on teaching students how to think critically, not just push political views. Garber thinks classrooms should be places for open debate, where stud

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Jan 11 2026EDUCATION

Life Skills: The Missing Piece in Education

Education often focuses on academics, but that's not enough. Students need more than just book smarts to succeed in life. They need to know how to handle real-world situations. This is where life skills come in. Many students struggle with basic life skills. They might know their subjects well, but

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Jan 01 2026POLITICS

Stand Up for Every Child's Right to Learn

Education is a basic right. Yet, some groups are working hard to take it away from certain kids. They are making it harder for Black and Brown children to get a good education. They are also trying to erase history and make it difficult for transgender kids to access healthcare, schools, and sports.

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Dec 30 2025OPINION

Harvard's New Rules: Free Speech or Just Different Limits?

Harvard University recently made big changes to its diversity and inclusion programs. This shift happened because of pressure from the Trump administration. The university's focus is now on encouraging open discussions and connections among students. The Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and B

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Dec 29 2025EDUCATION

The Quest for Knowledge: Building a Strong Learning Foundation

Education and research are the cornerstones of progress. They shape minds and drive innovation. But how do we ensure that what we learn and teach is solid and reliable? It's not just about gathering information. It's about digging deep, questioning, and verifying. This is where the real challenge li

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Dec 22 2025EDUCATION

EdTech: Shaping Smarter Minds for the Future

Education technology, or EdTech, has been around for a while, but it's only now that we're seeing its true potential. Over the past 25 years, many educators have used EdTech to teach thousands of students from all over the world. But EdTech is more than just a tool for delivering content. It's a way

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Nov 16 2025EDUCATION

Why Grading Students on Effort and Participation Works Better

Education has been stuck in a rut for decades. The system focuses too much on test scores and not enough on how students grow and participate. This approach pushes students to give up, especially in high school. But there's a better way. Some teachers have found success by grading students on effor

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Nov 04 2025EDUCATION

Harvard's Grade Grumble: Students Push Back on Tougher Grading

Harvard University is facing a wave of student discontent. The reason? A recent internal report suggested that the school's grading system needs a major overhaul. The report, written by Dean of Undergraduate Education Amanda Claybaugh, pointed out that A grades have become way too common. In fact, 6

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Oct 30 2025EDUCATION

Harvard's New Admissions Rule: What's Changing and Why?

Harvard University has recently instructed its alumni interviewers to steer clear of mentioning an applicant's race, ethnicity, religion, or national origin in their reports. This new rule is part of a broader shift in the university's admissions process, aimed at complying with recent legal develop

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Oct 17 2025FINANCE

Harvard's Money Moves: Big Gains and Political Fights

Harvard University's investment fund, known as the endowment, hit a massive $56. 9 billion in 2025. This huge number is thanks to smart investments that paid off, even though the school faced some tough times with the government. The fund grew by nearly $4 billion in just one year, which is a lot of

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