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New literacy briefs correct common myths and misconceptions
A new book lays out a roadmap for the messy, challenging, and hard work of using data to make positive change across all layers of the school system
A new study finds federal relief funds, which will expire this fall, helped with academic recovery, especially in low-income schools, but urges states to help students who still remain behind
To complete the recovery, researchers advise states to target resources on academic interventions, such as tutoring and summer learning, and reducing absenteeism
Professor Nonie Lesaux reflects on briefs she co-authored to bridge the gap between literacy research and practice
After 55 years teaching at Harvard, Light will retire at the end of June
Two members of HGSE's class of 2024 and a current Ph.D. student were honored with Fulbright U.S. Student Awards for 2024-2025
Alum Aria Mustary's Mai Soli Foundation aims to empower young girls through mentorship, unlock their potential, and shift societal perceptions that lead to child marriage
After a trip to meet with the Dalai Lama, an Ed.L.D. student says we do
New book extends Data Wise model to the system level
Gahyun Callie Sung's journey to HGSE and the LIT Lab is reflected in her research into data and using AI to improve student outcomes
The prepared Commencement remarks of Dean Bridget Terry Long
Bridget Terry Long will depart her role as dean at the end of June, leaving a legacy of commitment, adaptability, and innovation in the field
The prepared remarks of Convocation speaker Howard Gardner
A total of 755 Ed School graduates were honored in Radcliffe Yard on May 23 as Bridget Terry Long delivered her final commencement speech as HGSE dean
Featuring an address by renowned psychologist Howard Gardner, remarks from graduating student speaker Aryana Kamelian, Ed.M.'24, and a speech from Senior Lecturer Irvin Scott
Harvard-wide Commencement ceremony will feature Lecturer Alexis Redding, HGSE alumni, graduates of the Online Master's in Education during the May 23 broadcast
The prepared remarks of Convocation faculty speaker Irvin Scott
The HGSE lecturer was praised by students for their deep commitment to academic success and wellbeing.
Alums will be honored for their educational contributions at HGSE Convocation
Why one student’s work to combat media misinformation is personal
The short answer is, it does
With her research work, doctoral marshal Mary Laski, Ph.D.'24, is trying to make teaching in K–12 schools more sustainable and attractive
Marshal Doug Mosher, Ph.D.'24, reflects on his journey to the Ed. School and the lessons — musical and teaching — learned along the way
We look at the yeas and nays for keeping — or dropping — the test that’s been called the great leveler and the enemy of equity
When an interest in doing crosswords becomes an interest in making crosswords
And why these decisions are ethical, not just practical
Clari Heredia and Bryant Odega will be honored with the Intellectual Contribution Award for the Teaching and Teacher Leadership Program
Kamal James and Inella Ray will be honored with the Intellectual Contribution Award for the Online Master's in Education Program
Haytch Bialer and Jungyoon Choi will be honored with the Intellectual Contribution Award for the Learning Design, Innovation, and Technology Program
They are among the 250 thought leaders inducted as new members of the academy in 2024
Keshav Bhatt and Helena Martinez Bravo will be honored with the Intellectual Contribution Award for the Human Development and Education Program
Anthony Otadoy Garciano and Srishti Gulati will be honored with the Intellectual Contribution Award for the Education Policy and Analysis Program
Rosa Maria Martinez and Shani Shay will be honored with the Intellectual Contribution Award for the Education Leadership, Organizations, and Entrepreneurship Program
Six graduating students share something they learned in class this past year that changed their thinking
Titles highlight topics important to teachers, leaders, and higher education professionals
Emiliana Vegas, professor of practice at HGSE, discusses the books she is reading and sharing
In its first year as a fully endowed program, the Judith Block McLaughlin Presidents-in-Residence program welcomes two new members
Alum Patrick Tutwiler on his journey from the classroom to the highest education office in the state
Families may be the key to ending chronic absenteeism, a pandemic-era problem that has only gotten worse
Reach Every Reader on its impact and the project’s next phase
Spring course focuses on understanding and looking inward
With his new book, Senior Lecturer Irvin Scott wants to inspire other educators toward meaningful impact
Six students share who inspired them to be here this year
For one master's student, education brings a clean start
The next phase of the project, led by Professor Jarvis Givens and Radcliffe's Imani Perry, will support new research and fill in gaps in the archive's collection
New book emphasizes need to advance beyond workforce diversity efforts focused purely on recruitment and retention
Professor of education and former academic dean will begin her role at the end of the academic year