Science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) skills are in high demand as these fields shape innovations in nearly every sector. This has ignited a major push to expand STEM education. Schools, colleges, governments, and employers are taking steps to cultivate

Introduction Legacy admissions—the practice of giving preferential treatment to applicants who are children or relatives of alumni—has been a long-standing tradition in many American colleges. However, amidst growing concerns over fairness and equity in higher education, several institutions are rethinking

Introduction The achievement gap in American education refers to the disparity in academic performance between groups of students, often categorized by socioeconomic status, race, or gender. This pervasive issue compromises the nation’s promise of equal opportunity. However, through strategic actions,

Introduction “In the new world, information processing is the new literacy,” said computer scientist, author, and teacher, Vint Cerf. As we continue to integrate technology into every facet of our lives, this statement rings truer than ever. Recognizing the pivotal

Free speech and academic freedom have become intensely debated issues on college and university campuses in recent years. As institutions grapple with demands for inclusivity, protecting students, and ideological diversity, conflicts have arisen over controversial speakers, classroom content, and limits

Equipping Learners for Success in the 21st Century Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of education, the adoption of competency-based education (CBE) models has emerged as a progressive approach to preparing learners for success in the 21st century. As traditional, time-bound

Revolutionizing Education for All Introduction In a groundbreaking move that has sent ripples of excitement through the education world, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has taken a giant leap towards democratizing education with its OpenCourseWare (OCW) Initiative. This visionary

Racial disparities persist across every segment of the US education system. From achievement gaps appearing as early as kindergarten to lower college completion rates for students of color, progress remains uneven. What factors drive these divides and how can they

Introduction Albert Einstein once said, “Not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted.” This quote resonates with a rising trend in American education—the push to reduce the reliance on standardized testing in K-12

The Ivy League has faced criticism in recent years over unfair admissions practices and scandals involving wealthy parents buying their children’s way into elite colleges. In response, Ivy League institutions are modifying their admissions processes to increase equity and transparency.