Education
Why one education research technique, coming into use by most states, is proving so controversial.
Common Core Reading: 'The New Colossus'
The Common Core State Standards have led to big changes in the way many teachers approach reading instruction.
Plans For New Downtown Library In Winston-Salem Unveiled
Forsyth County residents got a glimpse at new design plans for the renovated Central Library in downtown Winston-Salem. RATIO Architects of Raleigh presented their work to county commission members Thursday afternoon. The design is reflective of input from community members.
Transparency Concerns Raised At UNCG Forum
UNC Greensboro leaders will form a new committee to look at the core values that define the university.
Asked To Stop Praying, Alaska School Won't Host State Tournament
Alaska's wrestling tournament for small schools will be held next month — but not at Anchorage Christian Schools. A complaint about an introductory prayer led to a request to stop the practice.
Q&A: Lamar Alexander On Education In The New Congress
The veteran Tennessee senator is poised to take a leading role on education in the Republican-controlled Congress.
Elon Fraternity Suspended For Hazing Incident
Elon University has suspended one of its fraternities for hazing. The school announced over the weekend that it suspended Sigma Pi fraternity late last month.
UNCG Forum Will Examine Culture and Climate On Campus
A public forum is being held Tuesday on the campus of UNC Greensboro to discuss the climate and culture at the university.
For-Profit Colleges Sue The Federal Government Over Student Loan Rules
An industry group calls an attempt to regulate the career college industry "unlawful, arbitrary and irrational."
Harvard Secretly Photographed Classrooms To Monitor Attendance
Some students and faculty are upset about the surveillance, but lots of colleges do this kind of thing all the time.