Navigating Family Expectations and Personal Dreams: A College Major Dilemma Embarking on the journey of higher education can be both exciting and challenging, especially when familial expectations clash with personal aspirations. Many students find themselves at a crossroads, trying to honor their parents’ wishes while pursuing their true passions. If […]
Read MoreAs a 16–Year Old Who’s Never Gotten Past 5th-Grade, What’s Everything I Need to Learn Math-Wise for a GED?
Preparing for the GED: Essential Math Skills for a Self-Taught Learner Embarking on the journey to earn your General Educational Development (GED) credential can feel overwhelming, especially if traditional schooling hasn’t provided a comprehensive foundation. If you’re a 16-year-old in Texas who hasn’t advanced beyond basic math concepts, you’re not […]
Read MoreEVERY teacher, administrator and parent reads this article. For 30 years educators taught kids how to read using “whole language” instead of phonics. Lucy Calkins and friends made over $2 billion dollars selling this garbage to educators. Now 60% of students are functionally illiterate.
Understanding the Roots of Reading Education Challenges: A Critical Perspective Dear Educators, Parents, and Stakeholders, It’s time to address a critical issue impacting our students’ literacy skills. For the past three decades, many schools have adopted a “whole language” approach to teaching reading, often championed by influential figures like Lucy […]
Read MoreMillennials and Gen Z are getting into it online over a behavior that’s been dubbed the “Gen Z Stare.” Have you noticed it from the education side?
Understanding the “Gen Z Stare”: A New Era of Digital Communication Among Millennials and Gen Z In the rapidly evolving landscape of online interaction, a new phenomenon has emerged that’s capturing the attention of both younger generations and commentators alike: the so-called “Gen Z Stare.” This playful yet intriguing behavior […]
Read MoreMy parents don’t want me to go to community college
Navigating Family Expectations and College Pathways: My Journey After High School Transitioning from high school to higher education can be a complex experience, especially when family opinions and personal aspirations influence decisions. As a recent graduate, I faced a pivotal moment in my academic journey, balancing my ambitions with my […]
Read MoreMy parents don’t want me to go to community college
Navigating Parental Expectations and Transfer Paths: My College Journey Embarking on my higher education journey has been a complex experience shaped by both personal aspirations and family opinions. Coming to the United States five years ago, I started high school with no prior knowledge of English, yet managed to graduate […]
Read MoreSurvey feedback for women’s football education platform prototype
Elevating Women’s Football Education: Seeking Your Feedback on Our New Interactive Platform As part of my Master’s research project, I am excited to introduce a pioneering web application designed to enhance educational engagement around women’s football data. This innovative platform allows users—particularly Key Stage 3 students—to explore comprehensive football data […]
Read MoreAs a 16–Year Old Who’s Never Gotten Past 5th-Grade, What’s Everything I Need to Learn Math-Wise for a GED?
Essential Math Skills Needed to Prepare for the GED: A Guide for Self-Directed Learners Embarking on the journey to earn your General Educational Development (GED) diploma can be both exciting and challenging, especially if your previous education in mathematics has been limited. If you’re like many individuals who have struggled […]
Read MoreDon’t get much from Fasfa and Parents can’t pay for college
Navigating College Funding When Traditional Support Isn’t Available For many students, financing higher education can be a complex and stressful experience—especially when traditional sources of aid and family support aren’t an option. If you find yourself in a situation where federal aid programs like FAFSA don’t provide sufficient assistance, and […]
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