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OPINION: We must do a better job of teaching Asian American history in our schools

The Hechinger Report

history and civics curriculum to be more inclusive and equitable? Now, a new annual report about attitudes toward Asian Americans from the advocacy organization LAAUNCH has provided some disturbing answers to some of these questions. We must do a better job of teaching Asian American history and culture in the U.S.

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Women’s History Month should have a place for teachers

The Hechinger Report

Universal History Archive/UIG via Getty Images. Given that teachers are charged with imparting the contributions of women to their students throughout Women’s History Month, a special place should be reserved during March for the women teachers who go unrecognized. The lack of credit shows up in lower pay.

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4 Inspiring Black Humanitarians

Studies Weekly

13, 2024 • By Studies Weekly History would not be the same without the inspiring lives of Black humanitarians. For Black History Month, we honor four heroes who advocated for civil rights, fought for the underserved, and spoke out for the welfare of others. 4 Inspiring Black Humanitarians Feb. Black community.

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‘A second prison’: People face hidden dead ends when they pursue a range of careers post-incarceration

The Hechinger Report

Yet that effort might be wasted thanks to the nearly 14,000 laws and regulations that can restrict individuals with arrest and conviction histories from getting licensed in a given field. The Virginia Board of Bar Examiners wasn’t convinced Wiese should be allowed to practice law, considering his criminal history. This is amazing.’

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Caring for and through Language: Tibetan Refugees and Heritage Language Education in Canada

Anthropology News

The translocal nature of Tibetan diasporic kinship bonds has a history that extends beyond current transnational migrations. Moli also took careful notes on participants’ contributions, which were later developed into a manual that blended community perspectives with recent research on translanguaging pedagogy.

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Saint Leo University plans the nation’s first veteran studies bachelor’s degree program

The Hechinger Report

And it will differ from programs in military studies at colleges around the country, which focus on strategy, military systems and the history of warfare. in rhetoric and composition but has largely focused her research on the experiences of women veterans. “We Grohowski, who has family connections to the military, has a Ph.D.

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Unlocking the Power of Creativity and AI: Preparing Students for the Future Workforce

ED Surge

Brian Johnsrud Global Head of Education Learning and Advocacy at Adobe The past two years have witnessed a notable surge in the use of artificial intelligence within education, marked by increased investment, deployment and integration into various educational practices. How can educators address the concern about students using AI to cheat?

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