Edsurge

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

So, why then is personalized learning a non-negotiable? The problems tends to arise when kids go to school because the deeper they get in, the more they start to lose interest,” Robinson said, pointing to the United States’ large student dropout percentage as evidence that school—as a system—is failing students. billion.)

Learning 163

Learning Dropout Industry STEM 163

The Hechinger Report

MAY 1, 2018

We have STEM careers, we have trades and everything in between,” said Ed Hidalgo, the chief innovation and engagement officer in the district and co-developer of the World of Work initiative. The “meet a pro” activities primarily happen virtually, through Nepris , a platform that connects industry professionals with classrooms.

Dropout 110

Dropout Meeting Report Survey 110

Edsurge

JULY 10, 2019

They are developing a recommendation engine to leverage dropout rate data to predict and design interventions for at-risk students. After intervening and supporting approximately 16,000 students, dropout rates have decreased and test scores have improved. Higher education institutions are taking similar approaches.

Dropout 161

Dropout Education Data Software 161

Hack Education

OCTOBER 6, 2017

Related, via Salon : “ Silicon Valley ’s $300M donation to STEM educatio n is not what it seems.” Via ProPublica : “ For-Profit Schools Get State Dollars For Dropouts Who Rarely Drop In.” “ Is Homework Compatible With Personalized Learning? 2 Post at Ed. ” asks Edsurge.

Education 49

Education Robotics Company MOOC 49

Hack Education

JULY 28, 2017

” From the Department of Education press release : “Secretary DeVos Accepts President Trump’s Q2 Salary as a Donation for STEM-Focused Camp.” Bloomberg reports that “ Trump Administration Tapping Tech CEOs for STEM Policy Approach.” “ Can personalized learning prevail?

Education 43

Education MOOC Company Report 43