Educators

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Educators Examine Minority Teacher Retention Crisis

The minority teacher shortage is largely a retention--not a recruitment--problem, according to research.
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Historic Black Educator Dies At 88

Dr. Samuel D. Cook, an academic trailblazer of the Civil Right era, was a president of Dillard University.
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Oberlin College Names First Black President

The presidential search committee selected Carmen Ambar from a pool of 150 candidates.
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Marc Lamont Hill Joins Temple University

Hill returns to his roots to focus on how media can help solve the challenges Philadelphia faces.
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One Black Teacher Makes A Big Difference

A new study finds long-term academic benefits to Black students who had a Black elementary school teacher.
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Black Teachers Trained With Sense Of Mission

HBCUs are still relevant in training skilled educators at a time when teacher diversity is needed.
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Hip-Hop Helps Teachers & Students Connect

Flocabulary uses the power of rap and culture to help teachers engage with students. Educators rediscover learning through lyrics.
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Teachers Helping The Next Generation Achieve Success

A novice educator returns home to Memphis. She's dedicated to teaching in a low-income Black community.
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Maya Angelou's Life Celebrated In New Film

The first film about Maya Angelou's life is up for Best Documentary at the Image Awards. It explores the many…
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James Baldwin Inspires New Generation

A New York high school named for James Baldwin uses his work in its curriculum. It inspires the students' activism.
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Watch Teacher & Students Bond With Handshakes

Teacher Barry White connects with his students through personalized handshakes. Building a bond is key to effective teaching.
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What K-12 Teachers Think About Their Profession

A survey of K-12 teachers found a high level of satisfaction with the profession. Here are some ways to pursue…
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Calif. Educator Tapped For D.C. Schools

District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser nominates Antwan Wilson for schools chancellor. Wilson would bring his reform-mindedness to schools in…
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Morehouse Dean Receives Prestigious Award

Morehouse Medical School's dean receives a prestigious award. The Horatio Alger Award recognizes perseverance, leadership and commitment to academic excellence.
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Watch: Teacher Inspires Students to Persevere

A third-grade Philadelphia class is learning more than ABCs. They're learning to push through obstacles on their path to success.
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10 Black Educators You Should Know

Many Black educators have made amazing contributions that have gone unnoticed. Let's celebrate these unsung heroes.
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Black Teachers Give Voice To Challenges In Education…

The Education Trust publishes a report on the challenges African-American educators face in public schools. Black teachers shed light on…
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Edmund Gordon Guides Creation Of New School

Renown Black scholar shares his philosophy in the design of a new school. Edmund Gordon explains his approach with NewsOne.
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New Library Chief Promotes Tech In Black Community

The first African-American and woman becomes Library of Congress' new chief executive. She's widely praised for promoting technology at libraries…
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Students Find Their Voice Through Drama

A S.C. drama teacher coaches kids on how to find their voice on social issues. The students have chosen to…