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After more than two decades away from the classroom and years of professional experience, Patty Jensen decided she wanted to make a change. She enrolled in the Master of
Financial aid challenges are a critical issue in higher education. They create barriers to educational attainment and career success for millions of aspiring post-secondary and
In rural Oregon, a single mother of two walks into her local community college, hoping to restart her education after being away from the classroom
Research drives improvements in teaching, curriculum design and student learning. Action research is especially valuable for educators seeking evidence-based, context-specific solutions to challenges in the
Leadership is vital in all sectors of society, but none more so than in higher education, where a good leader can make a substantial difference
Every student is unique, as is every student’s learning style. Combine this with the fact that classrooms in the U.S. are becoming increasingly diverse, and
Effective leadership in early childhood education (ECE) is multifaceted, requiring a balance of administrative responsibilities, mentorship and a solid commitment to fostering a supportive learning
Military spouse Jade Jones has become an expert in adapting to change. “My husband is active duty, so we move every two years,” she explained.
The ability to read, write and comprehend written language — as well as speak, listen and understand spoken language — are both essential to everyday
Being mindful and inclusive in diverse settings is no longer optional in modern society, and experts agree that it’s important to introduce children to diversity
Cultural awareness is fundamental to providing an equitable learning environment for all students. A classroom that values equality is not the same as one that values equity. While
Southern Oregon University (SOU) offers an opportunity for educators to advance their careers through its online Master of Science in Education (MSEd) with a Concentration
Educators are familiar with the alarming statistics: Many U.S. students struggle to develop the reading skills necessary to improve their academic achievement. About a third
Health equity is a central theme in today’s public health education initiatives. Professionals working in this area must determine the disparities preventing individuals and communities
The term “diverse learners” often refers to students with exceptionalities and English language learners. These groups alone represent a wide range of skills, abilities and
Literacy is much more than the ability to read and write. Students need literacy to participate in everyday life, and reading fluency impacts students’ ability
Reading is the bedrock of all educational success, but it is not uncommon for young learners to struggle with this fundamental skill. Therefore, a teacher’s
Adolescence is an exciting and confusing time as teenagers become more and more independent. As they experience several cognitive changes, their brains are ready to
Most of today’s college students are members of Generation Z, the most racially and ethnically diverse generation. According to Pew Research Center, Gen Z is
Everyone knows that physical health is essential to overall wellness. However, not everyone has the access or know-how to improve their physical health. Health promotion
When educators employ a cognitive approach to teaching, the lessons focus on understanding concepts. If students can break down information, discern the connection between ideas
The word “student” commonly evokes images of children or young adults learning in a familiar classroom setting. However, adults are often students as well. According
A passion for teaching adults has taken Danelle Stuart to Munich, Germany, and back home to Oregon. It also led her to return to her
Professional administrators, managers and advocates in the field of early childhood education can enhance their human capital by earning a Master of Science in Education
Educators have the unique ability to improve lives outside the classroom by instituting best practices inside. Data from ProLiteracy shows that adults lacking basic literacy
It is important for early childhood teachers to be prepared with high-quality educational experiences to provide play-based, open-ended and rich learning opportunities to nurture young
A funny thing happened to Leslie Huntington once she was a paramedic. “I fell into education,” she said. “I learned a lot with a couple
The COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on mental and physical health worldwide have reinforced the importance of qualified public health educators. When facing problematic issues
How educators teach math continues to evolve, and school districts will have an ongoing need for mathematics instructors capable of adapting to new educational trends.
From the time she was little, Michaela Hanna was not one to follow the crowd. To stand apart from a childhood friend who shares her
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