Laws Against Black Literacy in Pre-Civil War South Still Haunt Education, Expert Says
The push for universal public education across the United States began in the midst of the Civil War — on the Union-occupied Sea Islands...
A Reading Expert’s Case for Rethinking Fluency
Reading fluency — the ability to read accurately, automatically and with appropriate expression — remains a critical yet often overlooked component of literacy development....
‘Let us do our jobs’: Mississippi universities growing weary of Trump’s crusade on diversity
Faculty, staff and administrators at Mississippi’s colleges and universities are growing increasingly weary of the Trump Administration’s crusade against diversity, equity and inclusion in...
Could Play Boost Students’ Math Performance?
When he teaches a math class, Tom Fisher wants students to feel confused. At least, he wants them to feel that way occasionally and...
What We Can Learn From Red States’ Approaches to Child Care Challenges
Policymakers across the political spectrum ran for office on child care issues in 2024. From the presidential campaigns to local races, Democrats and Republicans...