Education

Coronavirus Hits Higher Education

Coronavirus Hits Higher Education

Brief #40—Education
By Ivan A Moore
As the COVID-19 crisis unfolds, universities have experienced unprecedented disruptions. Over the past few weeks, they’ve emptied classrooms and dorms, with most opting to finish the semester online. A few have cancelled courses altogether. Though extreme, these measures will protect students and staff from the rapid spread that would occur via stadium-like lecture halls, busy cafeterias, and crowded dorms. It was the only safe option, but the fallout will reverberate through America’s higher education system for years to come.

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Teacher’s Strikes March On: Success in Oakland

Teacher’s Strikes March On: Success in Oakland

Brief #33—Education Policy Summary Oakland teachers are returning to their classrooms, this week, after a week-long strike. After a year of contract negotiations, this Sunday school officials and teacher’s unions were finally able to come to an agreement. Although...

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The Teacher’s Protests of 2019 Continued

The Teacher’s Protests of 2019 Continued

Brief #32—Education Policy Summary The nationwide teacher-led demonstrations continue to materialize with greater  tenacity and vigor. Day after day this week, the streets of major cities across the country drew a similar portrait of streets lined of protesting...

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