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This piece was featured in The Washington Post and Inside Higher Ed , among other sources. Read More

Average grades continue to rise in the United States, raising the question of how grade inflation impacts students Read More

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The philosopher reflects on public shaming and being a cautionary tale. Read More

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Chronic absenteeism remains high five years after the pandemic. More than 20% of students are still chronically absent, missing 10% or nearly... Read More