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Peter Eckel argues that colleges should adapt chemistry programs to align with current student interests, such as sustainability, rather than closing them, to stay competitive and relevant.

K–12 and college educators discussed the promise and pitfalls of AI at the conference.

His commentary was cited by "Nature" and "Science."

Topics like the upcoming presidential election may lead to difficult discussions in communities and classrooms. Jonathan Zimmerman offers advice on how to facilitate constructive dialogue among your students.

The published poet and researcher has a new collection, "HAMPI," out now.

Jonathan Zimmerman argues that college rankings should prioritize teaching quality, advocating for classroom observations to assess professor effectiveness rather than relying on inadequate metrics like salaries or student evaluations.

Penn GSE is a key partner in a global research project led by WISE, investigating the role of AI in higher education and its impact on equity and student outcomes.

Michael Gottfried stresses that students are more likely to attend school when they connect with teachers who share their cultural background, fostering a sense of belonging and engagement.

Howard Stevenson emphasizes that parental incarceration profoundly affects Black children's emotional and academic lives, advocating for trauma-informed school environments that provide emotional support and tools for recovery.

The podcast was recently renewed for a second season after a successful pilot run, and producers are planning an even more engaging and interactive experience for listeners.

Howard Stevenson promotes racial literacy to address racial conflict, focusing on understanding motivations behind harmful actions and combining accountability with education.

The Philadelphia Writing Project will collaborate with local partners to document and highlight the hidden stories of Black youth, supported by a grant from the Spencer Foundation.

Penn GSE's fall initiatives include the One Book program, Visiting Scholar Speaker Series, and Community Circles to encourage inclusive, respectful conversations.

Significant progress has been made in the four years since Penn pledged $100 million to the School District of Philadelphia to remediate environmental hazards, including asbestos and lead, in hundreds of school buildings.

More than three dozen of the nation’s leading experts on teacher preparation tackled efforts to diversify and strengthen the teacher workforce.

Dr. Peg Klein, a distinguished alumna of the Penn Chief Learning Officer (CLO) program, shares her unique journey from growing up near a Naval base to becoming a Navy officer and eventually an ethical leadership scholar, defined by James Bass's concept of self-discipline and accountability, and its critical role in organizational success.

Kandi Wiens notes that workers who are most at risk of burnout are not only those in demanding jobs but also those with genuine passion for their work, as they are more likely to become emotionally invested and overextend themselves in pursuit of their goals.

A two-time college president, Wollman emphasizes the need for stronger, more effective mentoring programs to support tenure-track faculty.

Edmund W. Gordon, Robert Lerman, and Jody Lewen selected for outstanding achievement in pre-K–12, lifelong learning, and higher education.

Michael Gottfried emphasizes that cutting school bus routes significantly harms student learning by increasing absenteeism, stating that the removal of such a critical transportation mechanism during the absenteeism crisis is "hugely problematic" for families relying on it to ensure consistent attendance.

Karen Weaver claims that college conference realignments are driven primarily by television revenue, particularly from football, and warns that budget disparities within conferences could widen existing divides between schools.

Andrea Kane emphasizes "humanizing" opponents by seeing them through a personal lens, fostering respect and empathy. She advocates for setting ground rules and focusing on shared values to promote productive, rather than destructive, disagreements.

Seven finalists pitched their ventures live at the HolonIQ Back to School Summit in New York City.

Richard Ingersoll notes that nearly half of teachers leave the profession within the first five years, contributing to ongoing retention challenges.

The program is expanding to new schools, building new partnerships, and even releasing a new book.

Artificial intelligence and data analytics are revolutionizing education — and Penn GSE’s Learning Analytics online M.S.Ed. program is perfectly timed to meet this growing demand.

The program run by the Office of School and Community Engagement pairs students in the School District of Philadelphia with Penn students and community members for individually tailored tutoring sessions.

Fabiola Lara’s business, tlali•pani, emphasizes providing education to the artisans that they partner with.

Diana Wildermuth emphasizes that high school is a journey of self-discovery. Teens and families can take steps each year toward post-secondary readiness.

In this episode of the Practitioner Scholar podcast, host Jess Jones interviews Dr. John 'Coach' Havlick, a retired Navy SEAL Captain, Hall of Fame swimmer, and Penn CLO graduate. They discuss Dr. Havlick's storied career and his subsequent career in consulting and academia, while Dr. Havlick shares insights from his book 'The Leadership Killer' and his Ph.D. research.

Michael Gottfried says that kids are more likely to attend school if they identify with their educators.

Federal student loan debt now totals $1.645 trillion across 43.6 million borrowers, according to the Education Data Initiative.

Peter Eckel writes that University presidents must actively collaborate with faculty and faculty governance bodies during a crisis to ensure the best outcome for the institution.

This year’s finalists use artificial intelligence, video games, visual arts, and cutting edge technology to promote literacy, social–emotional learning, college access, and more. They will present their ideas on September 10 in New York City as part of HolonIQ’s Back to School Summit.

Jonathan Zimmerman writes that the type of well-rounded teaching that Tim Walz was known for in his educational career would not be possible today because of standardized testing.

Richard Ingersoll discusses the issue of teacher turnover within school districts, and how it negatively impacts hiring.

India is the best represented nation in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings, which measures universities’ social and economic impact.

Dan Lazar says he constructed the idea of what kind of leader he would be during his time in the educational leadership program at Penn GSE.

Jonathan Zimmerman argues that the push to weaken tenure will hurt all professors, and warns that these efforts can be turned on conservative professors, even though they are being used against progressive professors currently.

Rina Madhani and Sibylla Shekerdjiska-Benatova have each founded literacy nonprofits that put books into the hands of children who need them.

Michael Gottfried discusses the rise in public school absenteeism, and how it is difficult to pinpoint the exact cause of the change because of correlated factors.

Cortes transforms her office into a dynamic cultural hub, where academic insights and personal touches spark conversations and foster a sense of belonging among students.

The Project-Based Learning for Global Climate Justice research community at Penn empowers teachers to create active education experiences for students to learn about climate issues.

The Penn GSE professor has co-authored 517 papers and been cited more than 30,000 times.

Penn GSE’s community reshapes stories for young readers with diverse voices.

South Korean higher ed policy officer and Global Higher Education Management student Yangju Yi describes the master’s program as “eye-opening,” while her policy experience has enriched the class experience for her peers.

A Penn GSE initiative provides an opportunity for TESOL students to practice their teaching with language learners across the University and around the world.

A new way of measuring how many students in a district qualify as low income could negatively impact funding for schools across the state.

In this episode of the Practitioner Scholar podcast, hosted by Lisa-Marie Aird, we welcome Dr. Lilian Ajayi Ore. Dr.Ore, an alum of the Penn Chief Learning Officer (CLO) program, shares her journey and insights from her extensive career in global diplomacy, corporate industry, consulting, and academia. The discussion centers around the importance of having a strategic digital presence for executives and emerging leaders.

The collection underscores how inequality manifests across multiple levels, explores its effects on children, and highlights interventions to create supportive educational environments.