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The college-going gap between Black and white Americans was always bad. It’s getting worse

The Hechinger Report

These things “just reminded me of what I already knew about the politics of education and the lack of resources in low-income communities when it comes to schools,” said Ben, now 22 and about to graduate and go back to Chicago to teach while pursuing a master’s degree. The answer?

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CogSciSci Conference, May 2024

Dr. Preece

Speaking: Improving the Science of Climate Education I was honoured to be able to share some ideas with great colleagues on how to update and improve some of the science of climate education. Hugely grateful for all who came along and contributed, and always happy to talk and follow up conversations if I can help!

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Short Course: Learning for Democracy: Lessons in Power and Persuasion

Political Science Now

Yet there are still too few opportunities for people to develop practical political understanding, strategies, and skills – unlike business, the biggest subject in higher education and online. Instructor : Titus Alexander has four decades of experience in civic education, engagement, and advocacy at a local, national, and international level.

Civics 50
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Billions in federal financial aid is going to students who aren’t graduating

The Hechinger Report

In front of the iconic Old Manse, the oldest building in Arkansas constructed solely for the purpose of educating black students, there’s a plaque recounting the rich and poignant history of Arkansas Baptist College. Sign up for our Higher Education newsletter. Higher Education. Photo: Jon Marcus for The Hechinger Report.