Education
He Was 'Zoombombed' In Front Of His Family While Defending His Dissertation
An unknown intruder interrupted Dennis Johnson's Zoom video conference. Johnson hopes his bad experience will bring better protections to the platform.
With Campuses Closed, Columbia And Pace Students Sue For Refunds
A growing number of colleges are facing legal complaints aimed at their response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Distance Learning Methods Differ Notably Across The U.S.
Many schools are closed through the academic year. NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Bree Dusseault of the Center on Reinventing Public Education about how distance learning varies across the U.S.
Harvard And Other Universities Turn Down Relief Funds Amid Swell Of Criticism
President Trump and others criticized "elite, wealthy institutions" for money allocated to them by a federal package.
Will Colleges Keep All Virtual Classes For Fall Semester?
Colleges are trying to figure out if they can reopen. Should they go all online or some sort of hybrid? Schools are grappling with these questions and more. Researchers weigh in.
How Cellphones Can Keep People Learning Around The World
In places like Uganda, and increasingly in the U.S., educators are trying text messages as a more accessible distance learning alternative.
Navajo Families Without Internet Struggle To Home-School During COVID-19 Pandemic
The high coronavirus infection rate means Navajo Nation schools are closed. But online learning is impossible for many who lack electricity and can't access the Internet.
Homeless Families Face High Hurdles Home-Schooling Their Kids
Millions of children are taking classes online because of the coronavirus pandemic. But for families who live in homeless shelters, it's more than just inconvenient. It's overwhelming.
Scripps National Spelling Bee Finals Are Canceled Due To Coronavirus
Organizers say they considered several ways to hold the national finals in a "virtual" environment, before deciding it wasn't feasible.