The Hechinger Report

APRIL 22, 2024

But Boaler’s popularity and influence have made her a focal point in the current math wars, which also seem to reflect the broader culture wars. Boaler also saw math as a lever to promote social justice. It emphasized “social justice” and suggested that students could take data science instead of advanced algebra in high school.

Social Justice 145

Social Justice Middle School Tradition Civics 145

The Hechinger Report

DECEMBER 6, 2016

Together, PUC and LMU designed a program that is centered on social justice theory and includes a focus on how teachers can create more equitable schools and classrooms, according to Leslie Chang, PUC Schools superintendent for instruction and leadership.

Social Justice 111

Social Justice Charter School High School Public School 111

The Hechinger Report

DECEMBER 10, 2018

Trial arguments closed last month in the Harvard University discrimination case brought in 2014 by Students for Fair Admissions claiming that Harvard discriminates against Asian Americans in the admissions process. They have come to expect such diversity and want, in addition, a focus on inclusive culture and campus environments.

Social Justice 81

Social Justice Sociology Library Professional Development 81

ED Surge

MARCH 27, 2023

Code Next was launched by Google in 2016 in response to the stubbornly low numbers of people of color working in tech — only 3 percent of Google’s tech employees were Black or Latino back in 2014. It’s a cultural hub and one of the city’s most diverse neighborhoods.

Education 121

Education Social Justice Tutoring Advocacy 121

The Hechinger Report

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

She dropped out of school and after what she describes as an “intentional overdose” in 2014, wound up in a rehab facility near the campus in New Brunswick, just down the street from fraternity row. Related: How one university is luring coveted honors students with social justice. million in grants to 161 colleges.

Social Justice 95

Social Justice Cultures High School Government 95

The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 16, 2016

So, in 2014, they launched CollegePoint , a virtual version of the after-school workshop—emailing students timely information and tips about everything from financial aid to homesickness in their freshman year, followed by a phone call or a web chat with a trained counselor at least once a month and more frequently if the student needed it.

Social Justice 75

Social Justice Advocacy High School Cultures 75

Studies Weekly

APRIL 29, 2024

Teaching about Asian Pacific American Heritage Month April 29, 2024 • Studies Weekly Asian Pacific American Heritage Month is a great opportunity to incorporate culturally responsive teaching into students’ learning experience. They helped shape our country into what it is today.

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Heritage Teaching K-12 Museum 59