History of US Higher Education
Higher education in the United States began during colonial times and has changed in many significant ways since its beginnings. Formerly available only to the elite, and primarily concerned with preparing young men to become clergy, the system of formal higher education in the U.S. is now available to all classes of people, and can help prepare students for a wide variety of careers.
How Teachers Measure Growth
Increasingly, our public schools are more plagued with issues involving teacher quality, accountability, and student performance. But what metrics are currently being used to evaluate student performance — and, should student performance on the most commonly used metrics be the primary indicator of teacher quality? Obviously, if one is flawed, the other will be skewed; an important factor in education reform in the next decade will be finding more accurate and efficient ways of measuring educator and student performance.
What is an Honorary Degree?
A honorary college degree is a one that is conferred upon someone who has not fulfilled the traditional requirements for graduation. Honorary degrees are primarily used to recognize a person’s extraordinary contributions to the academic institution granting the degree. Some colleges present honorary degrees during their annual commencement ceremonies, but others conduct special ceremonies for honorary degree recipients. The one receiving the degree normally makes a speech.
Do Prisoners Eat Better than Public School Students?
Jamie Oliver is one celebrity chef on a mission. His most recent network show features Oliver taking a stand against processed foods, fast food, and general bad eating habits but citizens of the world. (You can find Jamie Oliver in your direct tv listing if you are interested.)
How To Use iTunes U
iTunes U brings education to the masses, literally, through Apple’s online iTunes store. This makes it possible for all kinds of people from all around the world to take part in actual lectures given by top professors at esteemed world colleges such as Yale and Oxford.
Education Needs An Educator
Now I’m not normally one to complain about teachers and poor performance since, as a high school U.S. History teacher myself, I am aware of the challenges that are faced and the biases that many parents and outsiders tend to have. But I have recently gone through a few particular situations that have put into perspective for me why some outsiders feel the way they do about the American education system.
