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Digital Literacy in the Classroom: Benefits, Challenges, and Impact on Learning

May 11, 2020
Digital literacy is an essential component of education in the digital age. Find out how educators integrate and assess digital literacy in the classroom.
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The Role of Educational Leadership in Forming a School and Community Partnership

April 30, 2020
Educational leaders in many different settings can form school and community partnerships. Explore the impact of these relationships with American University.
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How to Turn a Teach For America Experience into a Career in Education Policy

April 28, 2020
TFA teachers are changing lives. Explore American University’s EdD in Education Policy and Leadership program and prepare for a career in education policy.
A female education leader mentors three male teachers in a conference room.

Setting the Right Example: Teacher Leadership Qualities That Make a Difference

April 23, 2020
Explore how the Master of Education in Education Policy and Leadership program at American University can help you develop teacher leadership qualities.
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5 Effective Principal Leadership Styles

April 21, 2020
Build effective learning environments with these five principal leadership styles. Explore American University’s online EdD in Education Policy and Leadership.
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What’s the Difference Between Educational Equity and Equality?

April 16, 2020
Learn how American University’s online EdD in Education Policy and Leadership program expands students’ knowledge of educational equity and equality in the US.
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How to Become a School District Administrator

April 14, 2020
Looking to become a school district administrator? Find out more about this career path, including duties, responsibilities, skills, and salary expectations.
African American teacher in high school classroom looks over the shoulder of one of his students, an African American teenage boy, and points to his notebook.

Why Teachers Teach at Low-Performing Schools: Representation Matters

April 10, 2020
Why does teacher representation matter at low-performing schools? Explore American University’s online Master of Education in Education Policy and Leadership.
A male biology teacher instructs a female middle school student using virtual reality technology.

Education Policy Issues in 2020 and Beyond

April 6, 2020
National and state education policy issues are always up for debate. Learn more about past, current, and future issues and how American University’s School of Education master’s degrees equip future policy makers.