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Meet the New Faces: A Fresh Start for Santa Clara County's Education Board

January 9, 2025

Santa Clara County's educational scene is getting a shake-up with the appointment of two new trustees to the Board of Education. Jorge Pacheco Jr. and Jessica Speiser are stepping in, replacing long-time members Joseph DiSalvo and Grace Mah. Mah's departure comes amidst investigations into alleged w

science

Bill Nye Gets Top U. S. Honor for Science Education

January 9, 2025

On January 4, 2025, Bill Nye, known for his fun approach to teaching science, received the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Joe Biden at the White House. This highest civilian honor in the U. S. recognizes individuals for making significant contributions to the country and the world. Bil

health

How Pediatric Nurse Practitioners' Work Reflects their Training

January 8, 2025

Healthcare is always changing, which means educators need to keep up. One group they're focusing on is pediatric nurse practitioners, or PNPs. A research team wanted to see what tasks PNPs are doing in real jobs, especially primary and acute care. They also wanted to check if these tasks match what

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Richland One Board Kicks Off 2025 with a Request for Full Financial Scrutiny

January 8, 2025

In an extraordinary meeting last Tuesday, Richland County School District One board members took a significant step. They voted to ask the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) for a comprehensive forensic audit of the district. This was the first gathering of the year for the newly elected

crime

Cracking Down on Crime: Everyone's Responsibility

January 8, 2025

It's no secret that property crime is a big worry for many people. But simply passing new laws won't fix the issue if the police, prosecutors, and courts aren't on board. Offenders need fair consequences and appropriate bail. Many have substance abuse problems, and drug treatment courts can help. By

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Why Long-Term Ultrasound Training Works Wonders for Future Doctors

January 7, 2025

Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) is a real game-changer in medicine. It's used in lots of specialties to help doctors make better decisions and care for patients. Many medical schools are now including POCUS in their programs. Some start early, others spread it out over the whole four years. Midwest

education

School Aides' Turf War: Who's Best for Special Ed Kids?

January 7, 2025

Beatrice Garcia knows firsthand the power of special education classroom assistants (SECAs). She credits them for helping her son, JoAngel, communicate and interact with his family. But recent financial strains in Chicago Public Schools (CPS) have sparked a turf war between two unions over who shoul

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Chatting Tech with Jose: AI's Role in Schools

January 7, 2025

In a recent podcast chat, Jose Moreno of Neulight spilled the beans on how AI tools are making a splash in K-12 education. He shared stories of teachers using AI to create personalized lessons and track student progress, all while giving a helping hand to those who might need it a bit extra. These s

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Medical Students' Take on Online vs. In-Class Anatomy Learning

January 7, 2025

Distance education has popped up as a big deal in medical schools, promising wider access and up-to-date content. But when COVID-19 hit, lots of students found themselves taking anatomy classes online overnight. This wasn't just a thing in 2020—even natural disasters like the 2023 earthquakes made r

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Unraveling Education: The Power of Exploration

January 7, 2025

Curious minds discover new things by asking questions and investigating, right? This is exactly what a teacher from Colombia found out through their experience with a special program called "Research Seedbeds" (Semilleros de Investigación). They realized that true education isn’t just about memorizi