A proposed law would require schools to use the phonics-based approach to teach reading. Critics say it harms English learners.

Harvard professor Alex Green's book "A Perfect Turmoil" profiles Walter Fernald, a 20th-century psychiatrist and educator who ...

In tough times, Amanda Johnston is creating a community of gratitude with contributions from poets all across the state.

Stephanie Pacheco, a student at Borough of Manhattan Community College, wrote “Dear CUNY” to celebrate the value New York’s ...

For years, my friend’s father asked me to recount his childhood escape from the Nazis. Why did it take me this long?

Joy Harjo, the first Native American Poet Laureate in the U.S., is releasing two illustrative books this month, centered ...

Anish Kanjilal , an eminent author of books Fateless13 and 11 Oracles and recipients of various recognitions which include Rajasthan Patrika Literary Award 2009. Best Educator Award from the National ...

If you’re an educator, student, or just someone who loves to learn, it’s worth checking out Paulo Freire. His educational ...

Argo Community High School sophomore Luciana Deir wants to go into construction after she graduates. Her classmate, Angelica Turza, wants to work in advertising and graphic design. To get themselves ...

Sociologist Eve L. Ewing joins The Excerpt to discuss her new book “Original Sins,” which argues that schools enforce racial hierarchies.

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William Adolphe Bouguereau 1825-1905. Homer and his Guide 1874 via Wikimedia Commons Poetry stands as one of humanity’s oldest art forms. It is the art of manipulating words into rhythm and meaning to ...