Two education researchers say one of the most widely used terms in school reform debates should be retired because of its potential to do more harm than good.
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Revamping standardized testing needs to be accompanied with tangible actions to mitigate students’ opportunity gaps at the community level, particularly for racialized students.
Recent research raised concerns about girls’ stereotypes on their gender’s lack of ‘brilliance.’ But an overlooked finding suggests boys also hold hindering stereotypes about themselves in school.
The involvement of large wealthy donors in local schools is influencing who gets elected to govern on school boards. Why does it matter?
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