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Congress’ decision to cut ESSA Title II-A in the FY17 budget fails to recognize the crucial job of teachers and school leaders.
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Head Start and CCDBG fared well, but uncertainty about the 2018 budget remains
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Mississippi’s professional development has led to an increase in teacher knowledge, but it is unclear if this will improve student outcomes.
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ISP Fellow John Dempsey describes how a brief assignment to resettle refugees turned into years of property rights work in Afghanistan.
Contours of the Field: Dual Language Learners and Academic Language
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Apprenticeship Forward: Building a New American Tradition
Apprenticeship can address some of American society’s deepest-seated problems. It’s time to make the most of the buzz.
Do We Need to Stop Talking About ‘Curing’ Cancer?
A Future Tense event recap that explores how new approaches to understanding cancer will lead to better prevention and care.
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How Religious Identity Politics Threatens to Devour Indonesia’s Democratic Gains
A recent, crucial gubernatorial election shines a light on how Indonesia isn’t immune to the populist wave sweeping the globe.
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