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Headed for greener pastures, online


February 1, 2012 by Jake Simms

Not too many professors would give up a cushy teaching job at Stanford. 

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Latest teen trend: And why it’s a really bad idea


January 27, 2012 by Claire Knight

In spite of repeated warnings, far too many teens are engaging in a potentially dangerous trend:

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83 students suspended: School puts it foot down — hard


January 25, 2012 by Claire Knight

A horde of students broke a school rule — one that kids break all the time

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Fasten your virtual seatbelt: The 2012 trek begins


January 23, 2012 by Claire Knight

Want to escape classroom cabin fever? 

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Students: ‘We want more tech in the classroom!’


January 19, 2012 by Jake Simms

Not all teachers are gung-ho about technology in the classroom – but students clearly are.

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What do you get when you combine gym, technology and a hot trend?


January 11, 2012 by Claire Knight

A positive video that’s gone viral. Check it out:

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These teachers aren’t getting the help they need


January 10, 2012 by Jake Simms

Educators know online teaching poses different challenges than traditional classroom instruction. 

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A fan of online higher ed in the White House?


January 4, 2012 by Jake Simms

President Obama recently chatted with select university presidents about bringing down college costs. One of his guests knows a solution.

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Yet another way students use tech toys to cheat


December 28, 2011 by Claire Knight

Heads up: Students have come up with another sneaky way to cheat on tests.

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Boost students’ geography IQ with this site


December 27, 2011 by Jake Simms

American students score lower than children from other countries in numerous subjects. That includes geography.

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