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Don’t Grade Schools on Grit
The New York Times: Philadelphia — THE Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once observed, “Intelligence plus character — that is the goal of true education.” Evidence has now accumulated in support of King’s proposition
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If you grew up poor, your college degree may be worth less
PBS: The results of a recent Gallup poll clearly show how much Americans believe in the value of a college education: Nearly all — 96 percent — say it is somewhat or very important for
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How Schools Are Failing Their Quietest Students
New York Magazine: In 2013, educator and writer Jessica Lahey wrote a convincing piece for The Atlantic in which she argued that her introverted students needed to learn to speak up in class. In it
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Does a “Triple Package” of Traits Predict Success?
What makes one person more successful than another? For decades, social scientists have been trying to identify the factors that lead some people, but not others, to land dream jobs in high-paying, prestigious careers. While
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Is ‘Grit’ Doomed To Be The New Self-Esteem?
NPR: In just a few short weeks, students in California will be taking high-stakes tests. But the tests won’t just cover math, reading and science. Students will also be responding to survey statements like “I
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Learned Creativity — How to Innovate in the Classroom
When people think of innovative organizations, they may first jump to the business and technology fields. In the field of education, however, new governmental standards and reforms, as well as growing competition for resources and
