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A casually dressed teacher laughs with a little boy at a table cluttered with books, notebooks, markers, and a globe.
July 14, 2020
Explore how American Universityā€™s Doctorate in Education can help you learn about traditional versus progressive education and pursue your teaching goals.
A young student holds a machine that he made.
July 9, 2020
Why is STEM important in early childhood education? Learn more about the importance of STEM-related learning and practice for students in early education.
A group of teachers on strike.
July 7, 2020
Why do teachers strike? Learn more about the reasons for teacher strikes, such as low pay and crumbling resources, and what policy makers can do to help.
A group of high school students sit at desks taking a test.
July 2, 2020
What are the effects of standardized testing on students and teachers? Explore how standardized tests are used, including their key benefits and challenges.
Children sit at a table eating their lunches.
June 30, 2020
What is lunch shaming? It happens when students are denied school meals because they canā€™t pay the meal fees. Learn how to alleviate this stigmatizing practice.
A group of students use their electronics while sitting at their desks.
June 25, 2020
How important is technology in education? Learn how American University's School of Education can prepare you to serve as a leader in educational technology.
Students wearing VR headsets sit at desks in a classroom.
June 23, 2020
How is VR driving teacher development? Explore how virtual classrooms are transforming education, from enhanced teacher training to improved student outcomes.
Two smiling teachers sit in the school library, one with a laptop, the other with a tablet and notebook.
June 17, 2020
Analyzing student data allows teachers to individualize lessons and tailor coursework to each student. Discover how data literacy improves student outcomes.
Two children with special needs sit in a classroom.
May 20, 2020
How does disproportionality in special education impact schools? Discover American Universityā€™s School of Education online and their masterā€™s degree programs.