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U.S. Manufacturing: A Remembrance And A Look Ahead
A century ago, U.S. manufacturers were building a mountain of wealth that unskilled workers could climb. Today, economists see U.S. factories flourishing but say workers will see fewer opportunities.
New Details Emerge In UNCG Firings
Employees at University of North Carolina Greensboro say they're concerned, outraged, and fearful in the wake of the firing and arrests of three longtime university staffers. A letter written by former employees accuses UNCG of mismanagement and ongoing harassment.
Take A New Test Aimed At The World's English-Language Learners
Over 1 billion people around the world are studying English. Now they have a new test to see how they're doing — and if you're curious, you can see how your language skills measure up.
Kids And Screen Time: Cutting Through The Static
One Los Angeles school is working technology into the learning process while avoiding traditional screen-time pitfalls.
Instead Of Staring At Screens, These Kids Stared At Faces
A recent study from researchers at UCLA found that kids who spent a week at outdoor camp — away from all electronic devices — got a lot better at picking up emotion in other people's faces.
HBCUs Move To Address Campus Sexual Assaults, But Is It Enough?
One major study found sexual assaults are lower on campuses of historically black colleges and universities. But some question those numbers and whether HBCUs have the resolve to address the issue.
California Enacts 'Yes Means Yes' Law, Defining Sexual Consent
The new law requires an "affirmative consent" and states that consent can't be given if someone is asleep or incapacitated by drugs or alcohol.
Trial To Begin In Atlanta Public Schools' Cheating Scandal
On Monday, opening statements begin in the trial of 12 educators charged in an alleged cheating conspiracy. Originally, 35 were indicted but more than half took plea deals.
Student Course Evaluations Get An 'F'
Two recent papers argue that using student surveys to evaluate professors is fundamentally flawed.