How To Teach A Sea Lion Who's Fussy About Grammar
At the New England Aquarium, seals don't just cruise around the tank; they go to school each day. And their teacher has an individual lesson plan for each one of them.
Education
Donald Trump Picks A Republican Activist As Education Secretary
The choice of Betsy DeVos signals intentions to make school choice a major piece of Trump's education agenda, which could include a voucher plan to help send children to private and parochial schools.
Trump Chooses Betsy DeVos For Education Secretary
The Michigan activist and philanthropist is a strong advocate for school choice and vouchers.
University Of Michigan Weighs How To Handle Student Concerns Post Election
NPR's Kelly McEvers talks to Mark Schlissel, president of the University of Michigan, about balancing conservative students' concerns with the worries of students who opposed Donald Trump.
Trump Chooses Michigan Philanthropist Betsy DeVos As Secretary Of Education
President-elect Donald Trump has named Michigan philanthropist and charter school advocate Betsy DeVos as his secretary of education.
Students Study To Become Police Officers At Phoenix Magnet School
Magnet schools for science or languages are not so unusual nowadays. But at one career high school in Phoenix, students focus on a subject that's a bit more surprising: how to become police officers.
How To Talk To Kids About Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a holiday with a complicated history. So some teachers have developed strategies to teach it to young students.
Notre Dame Must Vacate 2012, 2013 Football Wins Over Academic Violations
The NCAA says a former student athletic trainer violated ethical conduct by completing coursework for football players. The Fighting Irish say they will appeal the NCAA's decision.
Dementia Risk Declines, And Education May Be One Reason Why
The prevalence of Alzheimer's and other dementias declined by almost 3 percent from 2000 to 2012, a study finds. That could be a result of people getting more education, and better health overall.
Boosting Attendance In Preschool Can Start With A Knock On The Door
Two new reports highlight the importance of pre-K attendance and how schools are using home visits to make sure 3- and 4-year-olds make it to class.