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Hip-hop has what schools are missing: Creative ways to enhance learning
Hip-hop-based education works for every student, not only because it uplifts the marginalized but because it taps into something deeply human.
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Apprenticeships are key to Georgia’s workforce future
One of the most effective ways to build a workforce for Georgia's future is through apprenticeship programs.
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A back to school must-have: A social media ban for kids
Georgia’s attempt to restrict kids’ social media access was blocked by a judge, citing free speech concerns. The ruling was sparked by a tech co. litigation firm's complaint.
From meh to wow: How metro Atlanta students made college essays shine
Essay coach Michelle Hiskey cites examples from four students whose essays resulted in college acceptances.
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Supporting kids when they are grieving at school
As the leader of Kate’s Club, a Georgia-based bereavement organization, I’ve learned that grief has the single strongest impact on school outcomes.
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No reason for cutting video of public comment from Cobb school board meetings
It’s difficult to see how stopping the broadcasting of public comments makes the board more efficient. It just means the board can ignore the speakers since no one hears them.
APS electronic device restrictions makes for a better learning environment
Atlanta Public Schools parent, student and teacher tell the AJC what they think about APS' electronic device restriction policy.
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Georgia’s cellphone policy gets school safety wrong
Georgia's cellphone ban in schools is being celebrated by people who clearly don’t understand the full reality of school safety or crisis communication.
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Students, why are you here?
This professor doesn’t think AI is good for developing thinkers or writers, but students will use it. The only question through it, he says, is this: 'Why are you here?'
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Remembering Malcolm-Jamal Warner: ‘Theo’s gift’ helped mainstream dyslexia
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, who died while vacationing with his family in Costa Rica, made dyslexia a household name as he played his character Theo on "The Cosby Show."