Education
5 Things We've Learned About Virtual School In 2020
Most schooling has been offered online this semester. Teachers are working hard to improve that experience, but many students are still left behind.
Baratunde Thurston: How To Citizen
This year's election saw historic voter turnout. But in a divided democracy, how else can we commit to our civic duties? This hour, Baratunde Thurston joins Manoush with ideas on how to citizen.
UNCG, Salem College Receive Million-Dollar Grants
Several Triad universities are set to receive million-dollar grants for student scholarships and various education projects.
GCS Plans In-person Testing To Assess Impact Of Pandemic On Learning
The Guilford County School district is partnering with a national group to assess learning loss during the pandemic.
NC Educators Meet With Scientists To Discuss COVID Data, School Reentry
A group of experts is working with school systems across the state to help them interpret community COVID-19 data and make informed decisions about returning for in-person learning.
Enrollment By International Students In U.S. Colleges Plummets
The pandemic is a major reason, but the number of international students has been falling for years.
NPR's Student Podcast Challenge Opens For College Students!
NPR's Student Podcast Challenge: College Edition opens today! The contest closes on Feb. 15, 2021.
In 2020, Number Of International Students In U.S. Dropped By 16%, New Data Show
The number of international students studying in the U.S. has plummeted 16% this year. Some experts worry it may affect higher education in terms of both the learning environment and revenue.
New Report Offers Clearest Picture Yet Of Pandemic Impact On Student Learning
A new report offers the clearest picture yet of pandemic learning loss among U.S. students. But researchers warn that many of the nation's most vulnerable children aren't represented in the new data.