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Kids Get Schooled on Radical Politics

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 1066 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
🚌 Education Curriculum Political Ideology Inclusivity
  1. Children at a Brooklyn public elementary school are taught about Black Lives Matter's principles using a coloring book, introducing terms like 'Queer Affirming' and 'Transgender Affirming.'
  2. Some parents are concerned about the political and communist undertones in the educational material, questioning the appropriateness for elementary school students.
  3. The coloring book used by the school focuses on promoting Black Lives Matter's ideology but lacks in teaching specific black historical figures, leading to concerns about presenting controversial ideas as facts.

Seizing the moment

Becoming Noble • 2093 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
🚌 Education Curriculum Reform System Learning
  1. The education system can be seen as a risk to freedom, as it conditions individuals to align with the state and managerial control.
  2. State-supported education aims to disconnect the young from traditional loyalties and mold them into supporters of the regime through certification.
  3. Challenging the current educational system's suppression of independent learning is crucial to combat bureaucratic expansion and foster self-governance.

Notebook: (2) Classroom Libraries

Book Post • 314 implied HN points • 14 Jan 24
🚌 Education Curriculum Reading Libraries Literacy Pedagogy
  1. New legislation is being introduced to protect library collections from political interference.
  2. Efforts are being made to provide free books and support for restricted books through private initiatives.
  3. There is a debate over teaching methods in early childhood education, with concerns about prioritizing 'Science of Reading' and its impact on student-directed reading and diverse classroom libraries.
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Yes, Americans Really Care About Education

Holly’s Newsletter • 1611 implied HN points • 26 Jun 23
🚌 Education Curriculum
  1. Americans care about education, but there are concerns about the public school system.
  2. The public school system is criticized for its failures in expectations, curriculum, and focus on political activism.
  3. The debate includes arguments about standardized testing, impact of COVID on students, and the issue of teacher pay and appreciation.

Trash Cans and Math Policy

SFEDup • 98 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
🚌 Education Curriculum School Districts Learning methods
  1. San Francisco tried to create its own trash can but had to stop due to budget issues
  2. San Francisco Unified School District is considering changing its math policy and creating new math pathways
  3. The school district should learn from how other districts address similar issues and consider increasing instructional time for math

Maths until 18

Logging the World • 418 implied HN points • 15 Aug 23
🚌 Education Mathematics Teaching Curriculum
  1. The proposal for compulsory math education until age 18 in the UK received mixed reactions, highlighting the importance of making math appealing and accessible to a wide audience.
  2. Implementing math education until 18 requires consideration of factors like shortage of math teachers and effective delivery methods such as leveraging online resources.
  3. Math education should cover areas such as practical number skills, understanding uncertainty and randomness, and exploring connections between math and other subjects like art and music.

AI Does Not Fit the Shape of Schooling

Mathworlds • 550 implied HN points • 01 Jun 23
🚌 Education AI Teaching Learning EdTech Curriculum
  1. Schooling has a multidimensional shape with various purposes like cognitive development and social development.
  2. AI models need to align with the full visions for learning, beyond what AI can currently model well.
  3. In classroom settings, AI may have potential for teacher support and professional development, but may not fit within the primary vehicle for student learning.

How To Fix Math(s) Education

Insight Axis • 276 implied HN points • 11 Sep 23
🚌 Education Mathematics Teaching Problem Solving Curriculum
  1. Math education should focus on real-world problems to make it interesting and meaningful for students.
  2. Students should be taught a structured process of defining, abstracting, computing, and interpreting problems in math.
  3. School math should prioritize applied mathematics to show the practical utility of math, cater to the majority, and prepare students for the future.

How do you define quality in higher education?

The Recovering Academic • 217 implied HN points • 21 Jul 23
🚌 Education Quality Higher education Curriculum
  1. Quality in higher education is not just about academic content; it also involves factors like faculty-student relationships and the overall health of the institution.
  2. General education requirements should be reimagined to focus on developing essential skills and qualities in students, rather than just breadth of knowledge.
  3. Institutions should consider aligning their educational offerings with what students actually value and seek in order to adapt to changing dynamics in higher education.

Strong Students Aren't Always Ready for More

Pershmail • 137 implied HN points • 07 Aug 23
🚌 Education Mathematics Teaching Learning Child development Curriculum
  1. Strong students may not always be ready for more challenging material.
  2. Mathematics education is not a one-size-fits-all journey, some students have specific areas of interest and may not be ready for broader mathematical growth.
  3. Kids may have peaks of interest in specific mathematical topics, and that's completely normal, parents should be aware of this and educator should offer real challenges to help them grow.

How to afford homeschooling 💰

joinmodulo • 98 implied HN points • 17 Feb 23
🚌 Education Curriculum Childcare Funding Resources Jobs
  1. Homeschooling is more affordable than you might think, with many families spending an average of $600-$1800/year on education.
  2. The biggest expense to consider when homeschooling is childcare, and families should explore creative solutions like swapping care with other parents.
  3. Consider the costs of living, such as housing near good schools, when evaluating the affordability of homeschooling.

8th Grade Algebra and Math Acceleration

SFEDup • 78 implied HN points • 15 May 23
🚌 Education Curriculum High School
  1. SFUSD is facing challenges in meeting Math proficiency rates and its current Math pathway has faced criticism.
  2. Other districts offer various methods for Math acceleration, including doubling up, compression courses, and early differentiation in middle school.
  3. There are different approaches to Math education across districts, with some focusing on allowing students to accelerate earlier while others prioritize a more uniform progression.

Skills we need for the AI-driven world

10x your mind • 79 implied HN points • 06 Apr 23
🚌 Education Skills Learning Development Curriculum Critical Thinking
  1. Machines are advancing rapidly, and we need to identify skills to stay relevant amidst automation.
  2. Skills like smarter decision-making, clarity in thinking, and asking the right questions are crucial for navigating the AI-driven world.
  3. Emotional intelligence and the ability to reinvent ourselves are becoming increasingly important in the face of evolving technology.

What does it mean to be human in the age of intelligent machines?

The Global Jigsaw • 19 implied HN points • 25 Sep 23
🚌 Education Technology Philosophy Emotions Curriculum Innovation
  1. Our educational system needs to adapt to the presence of AI and focus on nurturing human emotions and creativity
  2. Human uniqueness lies in emotional experiences, imagination, and empathy
  3. Schools should consider teaching courses in emotional intelligence, empathy, and situational awareness to prepare students for the age of intelligent machines

"Teaching Hopelessness to Kids of Color"

Journal of Free Black Thought • 48 HN points • 12 Apr 23
🚌 Education Race Curriculum Inequality Activism
  1. A Minnesota mother opposes teaching hopelessness to kids of color through the Liberated Ethnic Studies curriculum.
  2. The bill being considered in Minnesota would mandate Ethnic Studies in schools, starting in kindergarten, and focuses on race-based oppression.
  3. Teaching hopelessness to kids of color can have harmful effects and hinder their success.

🌎 Our six favorite environmental science programs for kids (and grownups) in 2023.

joinmodulo • 39 implied HN points • 22 Apr 23
🚌 Education Environment Science Curriculum High School
  1. Environmental science education for kids is crucial and often neglected in traditional school systems.
  2. Good environmental science curricula should be accurate, evidence-based, and action-oriented.
  3. When selecting environmental science programs for kids, look for mastery-based, secular, and comprehensive options.

Student assignments in a time of language modelling

imperfect offerings • 19 implied HN points • 21 Apr 23
🚌 Education Teaching Curriculum Writing Technology Critical Thinking
  1. Educators can design accountable writing assignments to help students develop critical thinking skills and focus on aspects of human writing that large language models struggle with.
  2. Encouraging students to write from different positions or points of view, reflecting on personal experiences, and engaging in writing as part of a community can enhance accountability and support the development of writing skills.
  3. Using language model tools critically involves questioning their accuracy, biases, and potential impacts, while utilizing them creatively should be balanced with considering the limitations and risks associated with these tools.

A conversation with Alejandro Piad Morffis about education

The Palindrome • 2 implied HN points • 23 Nov 23
🚌 Education Teaching Curriculum Communication Skills Learning
  1. The role of talent in education is important, but having the right environment and support is crucial.
  2. The education system often focuses on problem-solving skills, but it's essential to also value teamwork, communication, and open-ended problem-solving.
  3. There is a gap in science communication where content needs to be accurate and rigorous without sacrificing accessibility to a wider audience.

Hollywood is a haven for unschooling

Penelope Trunk's Substack • 0 implied HN points • 26 Mar 23
🚌 Education Homeschooling Curriculum
  1. Some successful homeschoolers follow a structured curriculum, providing a sense of belonging and purpose separate from their parents.
  2. Parents need to invest in quality education for homeschooling, including academic rigor and access to better opportunities and communities.
  3. Taking full responsibility for a child's education is crucial; involvement should increase as children get older to ensure a positive educational experience.

The Skill Dimensional Conundrum

SAURABH SAHA • 0 implied HN points • 30 Mar 23
🚌 Education Skill development Curriculum Learning methods
  1. Skills are the ability to do a job well, leading to productivity and better lifestyle.
  2. The education system in India focuses more on knowledge than practical skills, leading to a gap in real-world preparedness.
  3. To succeed in a changing world, students and professionals need to focus on building practical skills through experiential learning and community interaction.

Would you unschool if you did it all over again?

Penelope Trunk's Substack • 0 implied HN points • 10 May 23
🚌 Education Curriculum Homeschooling
  1. Unschooling can work well until third grade without needing structured curriculum, allowing kids exploration and eagerness to learn.
  2. Good private schools can offer better education than homeschooling, especially as kids get older and need more specialized learning.
  3. Investing in top private schools for kids, especially in middle and high school, can provide better opportunities in later education and career paths.