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Why do Teachers Strike? Understanding how Policy Makers can Help

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.

Effects of Standardized Testing on Students & Teachers: Key Benefits & Challenges

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.

What Is Lunch Shaming? How Accessibility to Lunch Impacts Student Learning

June 30, 2020
What is lunch shaming? It happens when students are denied school meals because they can’t pay the meal fees. Learn how to alleviate this stigmatizing practice.
A group of students use their electronics while sitting at their desks.

How Important Is Technology in Education? Benefits, Challenges, and Impact on Students

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.

Training in Virtual Classrooms: How Simulation Technology Can Be Used for Teacher Development

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.

Data Literacy for Teachers: Bridging the Gap between Education Policy Makers and Educators

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.

Disproportionality in Special Education: Impact on Student Performance and How Administrators Can Help

May 20, 2020
How does disproportionality in special education impact schools? Discover American University’s School of Education online and their master’s degree programs.
A student with Down syndrome raises his hand in class.

The Role of Special Education Teachers in Promoting an Inclusive Classroom

May 19, 2020
What is the role of special education teachers in inclusive classrooms? Find out more about inclusive education and other progressive learning techniques.
A group of students use their electronics while sitting at their desks.

What Is Multicultural Education? An Educator’s Guide to Teaching Diverse Students

May 19, 2020
Explore what multicultural education is through American University’s Master of Arts in Teaching and Master of Education in Education Policy and Leadership programs.
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The Benefits of Bilingual Education and Its Impact on Student Learning and Growth

May 19, 2020
Explore the benefits of bilingual education with American University’s Master of Arts in Teaching or Master of Education in Education Policy and Leadership.