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Creating impactful education policies requires a clear understanding of the challenges faced by schools, students, and educators. It also requires a strategic approach that balances research, practical application, and stakeholder collaboration. In this post, I will share insights on how to develop effective education strategies that lead to meaningful policy changes. These strategies are designed to support educational improvement and foster equity in learning environments.

The Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) program, billed as a parent-centered approach to education decision-making, was designed to give families more control over their children's education. However, as we dive deeper into the implications of this system, it's essential to recognize its shortcomings. This analysis will focus on how the TEFA fails to adequately support middle- and lower-class families, as well as those living in areas with limited or no alternative educat

Securing funding for education research is a critical step toward driving meaningful change in schools and communities. As someone deeply involved in education policy, I understand how challenging it can be to navigate the grant application process. However, with a clear strategy and practical approach, obtaining education research grants becomes a manageable and rewarding endeavor. This post will walk you through essential steps, from identifying the right opportunities to c

Education systems worldwide face complex challenges that demand innovative approaches. As I explore these issues, I see the need for clear, practical strategies that can transform policy into meaningful action. This post highlights some of the most promising innovations in education policy and offers actionable recommendations for leaders and policymakers. Embracing Innovative Education Policies for Lasting Impact Innovative education policies are essential to address the evo

The Role of Active and Passive Social Media Use The relationship between social media and loneliness is complex. The active social media use (ASMU) and passive social media use (PSMU) hypotheses suggest that how we engage with social media influences our feelings of loneliness. However, empirical studies that explore this relationship are limited. Findings from Longitudinal Studies In a recent longitudinal study involving a nationally representative sample of Dutch adults, we

This qualitative study explores classroom management coaching for first-year teachers (FYT). We present a case study of a pilot coaching program in one urban district to curb persistent struggles with this vital pedagogical skill. To gain a comprehensive understanding of this program, we interviewed 15 FYTs about their experience, along with district administrators who oversaw the program, campus principals who evaluated these teachers, and classroom management coaches. We le

A signature item that beleaguers most teachers is classroom management. Recognizing the futility of punitive classroom management within school discipline practices, Weinstein and colleagues forged culturally responsive classroom management (CRCM). While nearly 20 years of scholarship highlight the importance of teachers employing CRCM to reduce their reliance on punitive discipline approaches, which are disproportionately applied to students of color, there remains a gap bet