Talk Education
Discussion about important education topics happening all over the country.
Podcasting since 2019 • 1228 episodes
Talk Education
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Should cellphones be off limits during the school day?
Should schools ban cellphones to help students focus? A Connecticut editorial argues that phones are a major classroom distraction and a statewide ban could improve learning and reduce issues like cyberbullying. It says emergencies can st...
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Trade skills gain ground as the job market shifts
Are trade skills now beating four-year degrees in the job market? Recent labor data shows workers with trade certifications and associate degrees have lower unemployment rates than those with bachelor’s degrees. The shift suggests employ...
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California teachers consider strikes over pay and classroom conditions
Why are teachers across California preparing for possible strikes? Educators say low pay, staff shortages, and difficult working conditions have pushed negotiations to a breaking point, while districts point to tight budgets and declining enrol...
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AI monitoring in schools raises new questions about student privacy
A quiet, empty school at night with glowing computer screens in dark classrooms, soft data patterns flowing across walls like light waves, security icons fading in and out, and a subtle shift from warm to cool lighting to suggest the balance be...
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Alabama spotlighted for expanding school choice options
Why is Alabama being highlighted as a model for school choice? The U.S. Secretary of Education praised the state during National School Choice Week for expanding options like education savings accounts and alternative schooling paths. Sup...
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