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A People's History of Higher Education in the US?

Higher Education Inquirer

The History of Higher Education in the US over the last 4 centuries is worse than horrible--from a People's perspective. To make history, it's helpful to know history. Higher education in the United States has always reflected and reinforced larger (sick) society and its ills. In many cases it has been horrifying.

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Educators Strategize on How to Diversify the K-12 Teaching Profession

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

But many educators at the annual meeting expressed worries about the political climate that has made it more difficult to encourage college students to consider entering the teaching profession. It’s a red-blue divide,” said Dr. Kevin Welner, director of the National Education Policy Center.

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From Classrooms to Ballots: Unpacking the Significance of School Boards in the 2024 Elections

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Across states like South Carolina to Florida , local school boards are actively involved in banning books, removing school leaders committed to equity, and imposing limitations on classroom teachers, preventing them from teaching an accurate and honest portrayal of the United States' history.

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Impacting Policy and Creating Greater Equity

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

in educational policy and planning, Reid hopes to make an impact on federal and state policies related to education. Reid is already meeting with politicians in Texas about educational policy. which provided him exposure to policy networking with individuals in the federal government.

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Lifting As They Climb

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

He also was the founding director of the Center for Multicultural Education at the University of Washington, which is now the Banks Center for Educational Justice. “I I worked hard to transform the organization because it was pretty lily white,” he says. She will lead the organization in 2024-2025. Dr. Joyce E.

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The Resilient Voice of Justice: The Role of the Black Church in Response to the Affirmative Action Ruling

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Through sermons, community forums, and educational programs, it emphasizes the importance of leveling the playing field for all, ensuring that opportunities are not denied because of one's racial background. The Black Church has a rich history of community mobilization. Dr. Antonio L.

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Arizona State turns to YouTube to reach learners on the margins

Inside Higher Ed

” The new courses are a significant expansion of the current Study Hall platform, which is a collaboration between the three organizations and has nearly 42,000 subscribers. history and human communication. “Ultimately, they are on YouTube, and we’re excited to democratize the access to information and opportunity.”

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