Dyslexia: The Learning Disability That Must Not Be Named
Many parents and teachers report that schools won't use the word dyslexia. Why might this be? And what is the Department of Education doing about it?
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'B' And 'D' Learning Process Debunks Dyslexia Jumbled-Letters Myth
Many believe dyslexia is about jumbled letters, but experts say that's not quite right. This story explores what's happening in the brain that causes those backward letters.
Does Your State Provide Good Data On Your Schools? Probably Not
Searching for information on your state's schools can be a real challenge, according to a new report from the Data Quality Campaign.
This Week In Race: Dog Whistles, Dreamers And Dead Dictators
Pipeline and prisons and tantrums at Starbucks: these are a few of our favorite stories this week.
These States Allow Teachers And Staff To Hit Students
Fifteen states allow corporal punishment in school; another seven don't prohibit it. Curious if you live in one of them? We built a map.
GAO Report: Student Loan Forgiveness Will Cost More than $100 Billion
The federal government is set to forgive more than $100 billion in student loan debt over the next few decades. That's according to a report out this week from the Government Accountability Office.
Is College Worth It? Recent Grads Share Their Experiences
It turns out they're all satisfied customers. And among the most important subjects they report learning a lot about was themselves — reconciling their plans and dreams with real life.
U.S. Expected To Forgive At Least $108 Billion In Student Debt
A report released Wednesday by the Government Accountability Office says the U.S. is on track to forgive at least $108 billion in student debt. This is due to the number of people who have enrolled in plans the Obama administration promoted to help borrowers avoid default. The GAO report finds the Education Department also understated the cost of these plans. NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to Danielle Douglas-Gabriel of The Washington Post.
Muslim Community Fears Backlash After Ohio State Attack
"When I first heard that [the suspect] was Somali, I mean my stomach did fall," another Somali student said. "Not just because of what happened today, but because of what will happen tomorrow."
How Parents Can Help Kids With Dyslexia Succeed In School
Dyslexia is a reading problem, but its influence can be felt far beyond the classroom. It often disrupts home life, making dinner time and bedtime a struggle. Experts say there are three things that can help.