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Over 100 Organizations Urge Congress to Reverse Federal Education Grant Cancellations

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The affected programs specifically addressed critical shortage areas including science, mathematics, career and technical education, early childhood education, special education, and instruction for English language learners.

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How Maricopa Community Colleges are Leading with Workforce-aligned Bachelor’s Degrees

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In an effort to fill critical openings, some schools have reduced the criteria needed to teach, including the requirement of a traditional teaching bachelors degree. While such changes may provide short-term relief, they do not address the long-term issue and have been shown to adversely impact students.

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Exposing Higher Ed's Hidden Access Barriers - Dr. Karina Salazar

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Though she initially pursued STEM, based on her strong mathematics performance, she soon discovered her talent for writing and switched to journalism. We tend to think about research, teaching and service as very distinct from one another," she says.

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How a Tutor Can Help a Student With Dyslexia: Empowering Success Through Specialized Support

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Specialized dyslexia tutors recognize the need for extra patience and adapt their teaching style to align with each students unique learning needs. Our patient tutors and experienced educators know how to adapt their teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles. Were proud to offer: 1.

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Sanders Introduces Bill Requiring $60,000 Minimum Salary for All Public School Teachers

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The legislation comes as schools nationwide face unprecedented staffing shortages, with nearly 200,000 teaching positions either vacant or filled by underqualified educators. How do I tell them their teacher can't afford to live in the community where she teaches?" My students ask why I look tired. The crisis extends beyond low pay.

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Making Math More Equitable

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Using an interdisciplinary approach, Leyva’s research explores how interlocking systems of power, including racism and cisheteropatriarchy, impact classroom teaching and student support in undergraduate mathematics and STEM higher education. Leyva teaches and mentors undergraduate and graduate students.

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Investment in Math Education is Needed to Fuel the STEM Workforce

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One of the most strategic investments that can be made when it comes to having a well-prepared workforce for the economy of the future is in mathematics education. It is imperative to equip students with the mathematical skills necessary to navigate their chosen fields.