Trump's And Biden's Plans For Education
Compare the presidential candidates' education policies, from college tuition to universal pre-K to "patriotic" curriculum.
Education
Jim Hudspeth: How Do We Hear — And How Do We Lose Our Ability To Hear?
Over 30 million people in the U.S. have hearing loss. Neuroscientist Jim Hudspeth explains how the ear's thousands of hair cells function to amplify sound—and how they can be damaged but not repaired.
Rebecca Knill: Technology Has Come So Far—When Will Our Mindset Catch-Up?
As a deaf person, Rebecca Knill is anti-noise and "neutral" on sound. She explains how technology allows her to hear what she wants to hear, and asks why our mindset about ability hasn't caught up.
Dallas Taylor: What Can We Learn From Listening To Silence?
What can we discover when we allow ourselves to sit in silence and just... listen? Sound designer Dallas Taylor explores how tuning into silence is key for understanding the beauty of the sonic world.
What Health Data Says About Safely Reopening Schools
NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with health economist Emily Oster about what available heath data tells us about when and how to safely reopen schools amid the coronavirus pandemic.
WS/FC Schools Superintendent Angela Hairston Resigns
The superintendent of Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools has resigned. Dr. Angela Hairston tendered her resignation to the board of education.
Guilford County Schools Will Delay Reentry for Some Students
Guilford County Schools is slowing down its reentry plan for some grades.
Superintendent Sharon Contreras made the announcement late Wednesday.
Announcing The 3rd Annual NPR Student Podcast Challenge
It's our third year, so we decided to go big or go home. This year we're opening up the contest to college students!
How To Enter The NPR Student Podcast Challenge: College Edition
Everything you need to know to submit to the NPR Student Podcast Challenge: College Edition
How To Enter The NPR Student Podcast Challenge
All the details you need to work on an entry.