The Hechinger Report

APRIL 15, 2022

Middle school science teacher Kent Heckenlively has spent part of his time teaching, well, not science. He’s held a teaching credential in the state since 2006, based on passing the state’s biological sciences and geosciences teaching exams, state records show. This story also appeared in USA Today.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 24, 2025

The questions need to be open-ended enough to spark conversation between multiple groups, says Gannon, who also teaches history. But Gannon and other teaching experts say this narrative is over-emphasized. In the past, his prompts have asked students about specific readings theyve done or the cause and effect of certain events.

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The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Even among supporters of diversity and inclusion, some progressive and independent academics concede that some elements of DEI could discourage discussion of controversial topics for fear of offending some students. UNC student Preston Hill is a sophomore studying journalism and political science. Focus on your education.

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