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Tom Rademacher challenges the conventional approach to classroom decoration, questioning the need for Instagram-ready displays that don't necessarily enhance learning. Instead, he advocates for creating a shared classroom space that reflects both teacher and students. His

Tom Rademacher challenges the conventional approach to classroom decoration, questioning the need for Instagram-ready displays that don't necessarily enhance learning. Instead, he advocates for creating a shared classroom space that reflects both teacher and students.

His
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Peter Gray's August 2025 article makes a compelling case that ADHD should be viewed as a personality trait rather than a disorder, arguing that impulsiveness and high energy can be valuable characteristics when channeled appropriately. Through research and recent studies, Gray

Peter Gray's August 2025 article makes a compelling case that ADHD should be viewed as a personality trait rather than a disorder, arguing that impulsiveness and high energy can be valuable characteristics when channeled appropriately.

Through research and recent studies, Gray
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I'm excited to see this talk from Dr. David Steiner at the Liberal Values Lab, who challenges conventional wisdom by arguing that authentic classical education - with its deep engagement of the great books - naturally leads to radical rather than conservative thought. Join the

I'm excited to see this talk from Dr. David Steiner at the Liberal Values Lab, who challenges conventional wisdom by arguing that authentic classical education - with its deep engagement of the great books - naturally leads to radical rather than conservative thought. Join the
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Why I’m an Economist+ subscriber— A gripping chronicle of nuclear weapons development - from early atomic research through the Manhattan Project. Skillfully weaves declassified documents, Los Alamos interviews, and archival audio to show how physics research reshaped global power

Why I’m an Economist+ subscriber— A gripping chronicle of nuclear weapons development - from early atomic research through the Manhattan Project. Skillfully weaves declassified documents, Los Alamos interviews, and archival audio to show how physics research reshaped global power
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Negative talk about AI replacing human workers isn't just scary headlines - it's actually stopping people from using helpful tech tools at work. People who use AI are being judged as less capable, even when they produce the same quality work. A new study looked at a big tech

Negative talk about AI replacing human workers isn't just scary headlines - it's actually stopping people from using helpful tech tools at work. People who use AI are being judged as less capable, even when they produce the same quality work.

A new study looked at a big tech
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Whitney Whealdon's "Beyond Replication" explores the fundamental difference between complicated systems (like traditional computers) and complex systems (like humans and modern AI). She draws from her experience as a former Louisiana Teacher of the Year to explain this

Whitney Whealdon's "Beyond Replication" explores the fundamental difference between complicated systems (like traditional computers) and complex systems (like humans and modern AI). She draws from her experience as a former Louisiana Teacher of the Year to explain this
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Natalie Wexler examines the impact of US Department of Education research funding cuts, arguing that while concerning, the bigger issue has been translating research into classroom practice. She suggests focusing on promoting existing cognitive science findings and improving

Natalie Wexler examines the impact of US Department of Education research funding cuts, arguing that while concerning, the bigger issue has been translating research into classroom practice. She suggests focusing on promoting existing cognitive science findings and improving
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Psalm 23 is a beloved biblical poem expressing complete trust in God's guidance and protection. Using shepherd imagery, David describes divine care: "The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing." The psalm moves from pastoral scenes to personal protection - "Even though I walk

Psalm 23 is a beloved biblical poem expressing complete trust in God's guidance and protection. Using shepherd imagery, David describes divine care: "The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing." The psalm moves from pastoral scenes to personal protection - "Even though I walk
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The NOLA Project announces its 21st theater season (2025-2026), featuring literary adaptations including "FRANKENSTEIN" at Lafitte Greenway, "FAT HAM" (a Hamlet adaptation) at Dillard University, "MEDEA" at the Greenway, and a touring production of "A LESSON BEFORE DYING."

The NOLA Project announces its 21st theater season (2025-2026), featuring literary adaptations including "FRANKENSTEIN" at Lafitte Greenway, "FAT HAM" (a Hamlet adaptation) at Dillard University, "MEDEA" at the Greenway, and a touring production of "A LESSON BEFORE DYING."
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Trevor Aleo critiques "schoolishness" - a term from Dr. Susan Blum describing education that's reduced to arbitrary exercises for grades rather than authentic learning. He warns against responding to AI challenges by reverting to outdated testing methods or abandoning traditional

Trevor Aleo critiques "schoolishness" - a term from Dr. Susan Blum describing education that's reduced to arbitrary exercises for grades rather than authentic learning. He warns against responding to AI challenges by reverting to outdated testing methods or abandoning traditional
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Virginia Woolf’s wild run of creativity in her 40s included writing her masterpiece on the terrors and triumphs of middle age. By Hillary Kelly From the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠September 2025 issue⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. pca.st/episode/dda6ba…

Virginia Woolf’s wild run of creativity in her 40s included writing her masterpiece on the terrors and triumphs of middle age.

By Hillary Kelly

From the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠September 2025 issue⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.
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Jill Barshay reports that chronic absenteeism in US schools remains 50% above pre-pandemic levels, affecting 23.5% of students in 2023-24. The issue spans all income levels, with students citing boredom and mental health concerns. Changes in attendance norms, coupled with easier

Jill Barshay reports that chronic absenteeism in US schools remains 50% above pre-pandemic levels, affecting 23.5% of students in 2023-24. The issue spans all income levels, with students citing boredom and mental health concerns. Changes in attendance norms, coupled with easier
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Rupert Wegerif's article "Teaching Dialogic Intelligence with AI" presents a timely analysis of AI's role in education, noting that current research is evenly split between studies warning of AI's potential to enable shallow learning through copy-paste behaviors and those showing

Rupert Wegerif's article "Teaching Dialogic Intelligence with AI" presents a timely analysis of AI's role in education, noting that current research is evenly split between studies warning of AI's potential to enable shallow learning through copy-paste behaviors and those showing
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The Tight10 combines 10-minute oral reading sessions three times weekly with grade-level texts across subjects. Students work in reading partnerships, using repetition and modeling to build fluency. This 30-minute weekly routine aligns with course content, making it practical for

The Tight10 combines 10-minute oral reading sessions three times weekly with grade-level texts across subjects. Students work in reading partnerships, using repetition and modeling to build fluency. This 30-minute weekly routine aligns with course content, making it practical for
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In a cutting review, writer Erik Hoel takes aim at GPT-5's first public demonstration. When asked about AI-themed TV shows, the new AI system recommended "Devs" - a show that's actually about quantum physics, not artificial intelligence. This mistake, Hoel says, shows that even

In a cutting review, writer Erik Hoel takes aim at GPT-5's first public demonstration. When asked about AI-themed TV shows, the new AI system recommended "Devs" - a show that's actually about quantum physics, not artificial intelligence. This mistake, Hoel says, shows that even
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I’m into this blog where my friend Justin Cerenzia discusses education's AI crossroads, focusing on "taste" (quality discernment) and "agency" (meaningful action). He argues schools must balance AI literacy with deep learning, warning against over-reliance on AI tools while

I’m into this blog where my friend Justin Cerenzia discusses education's AI crossroads, focusing on "taste" (quality discernment) and "agency" (meaningful action). He argues schools must balance AI literacy with deep learning, warning against over-reliance on AI tools while