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Beyond the Book Report: Does Mandatory Summer Reading Actually Help Students?

For decades, the summer reading list has been a staple of the end-of-year backpack haul. But as educators weigh the benefits of preventing the 'summer slide' against the risk of creating reluctant rea...

Jul 30, 2026 4 min read

Education

Beyond the Pizza Slice: Reimagining Fractions to Save Student Math Ambitions

For many students, fractions represent the moment math stops making sense. By shifting away from traditional metaphors and adopting more robust conceptual models, educators are finding new ways to kee...

May 4, 2026 4 min read

Education

A Crossroads for Education Research: Will the Ed. Dept. Embrace a Bold Overhaul?

The U.S. Department of Education's crucial research arm, the Institute of Education Sciences (IES), stands at a pivotal moment. New recommendations call for a significant transformation, prompting a c...

Feb 28, 2026 5 min read