In 2020, our lives turned upside down. Society as we know it shut down, turning our living rooms into classrooms and home offices almost overnight. Threatened by the fear of the unknown, we kept going. Single, working, and struggling parents tried to keep their families afloat, as 9.6 million people lost their jobs — many …
How the COVID-19 Pandemic Impacted Education in the US Read More »
When thinking about “equal” education, many automatically think about the public school system and how every child is provided free education in the United States. However, Equitable Education goes a lot deeper than simply receiving a public-school education. On the surface, it may appear as though everyone receives equal access to a K-12 education. Upon …
The Education Project— Promoting Equitable Education as a Human Right Read More »
The right support is crucial for a successful transition to higher education, with improved outcomes for students and society as a whole. For the majority of US students, pursuing a college education is considered a secure path to employment and the natural “next step” after high school. And with good reason: the National Center for …
The disjointed learning environment that students have experienced throughout the last few years of COVID-19 has drastically impacted their experience in the classroom. Both parents and teachers are seeing increased disengagement, decreased motivation, and a lack of confidence in students. This can be especially distressing for parents who want to see their child love education …
There are tens of thousands of students whose academic progress was negatively affected by COVID-19. Individualized tutoring is one way that they’re getting back on track and returning to grade level. Whether you’re interested in teaching in the future, you’re rounding out your resume for graduate school, or you’re looking for a fulfilling volunteer position …
6 Reasons Why College Students Should Volunteer as Virtual Tutors Read More »
