Education

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Diverse community members participate in educational workshops and cultural activities at Miramar's Juneteenth celebration, with author Eugene Robinson speaking.
Culture

Miramar's Juneteenth Celebration Focuses on Education

Pulitzer Prize-winning author Eugene Robinson will headline Miramar's free outdoor Juneteenth celebration, offering a deep dive into 'Freedom Lost, Freedom Won' amidst a day of diverse cultural worksh

Yasmin El-Sayed·June 18, 2026
Young students critically analyzing digital information on futuristic holographic screens in a modern classroom setting.
Media

What is Media Literacy and Why Does it Matter in 2026?

In a recent pilot study, a media literacy training program significantly increased knowledge scores (p=0.

Claire Donovan·June 9, 2026
A person reading a physical book on the left, contrasted with someone passively scrolling on a digital device on the right, illustrating comprehension differences.
Books

Physical books boost comprehension, digital reading may slightly harm it.

In 2023, a meta-analysis involving 470,000 participants found a small but consistent negative relationship between leisure reading on digital devices and reading comprehension, according to oej .

Claire Donovan·June 3, 2026
An antique book open on a desk in a study, with a subtle glow from a digital device in the background, representing classic literature's relevance.
Books

The enduring appeal of classic literature in the digital age

Students who consistently engage with classic literature demonstrate significantly higher scores in reading and comprehension tests, a measurable advantage that sharply contrasts with the often-superf

Claire Donovan·May 29, 2026
More Than a Book Reading: What Happens When You Book LeAnna Reese Amos
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More Than a Book Reading: What Happens When You Book LeAnna Reese Amos

Author visits are crucial for student literacy and engagement, yet they are sharply declining. LeAnna Reese Amos transforms standard book readings into dynamic, interactive experiences to inspire students and foster a love for storytelling.

Andre Silva·May 26, 2026
Elementary school students engaged with a physical book in a sunlit classroom, showing the continued importance of print in education.
Books

New Report Shows Books Are Not Disappearing From Schools

A new national report reveals a quiet resurgence: K-12 public schools increased their physical book acquisitions by 2% last year.

Claire Donovan·May 15, 2026
Empty bookshelves in a dimly lit school library, symbolizing the thousands of books that have been removed.
Books

Report Confirms Thousands of Books Disappearing From Schools

In the latest academic year, 3,743 unique titles vanished from school libraries.

Claire Donovan·May 15, 2026
A Swedish classroom with physical books returning, symbolizing a global response to declining literacy rates and the challenges of digital education.
Books

Sweden's 2026 return to physical books signals a global literacy crisis.

Sweden has allocated over 2.

Claire Donovan·May 14, 2026
A diverse array of student artwork, including paintings and sculptures, artfully displayed in a contemporary museum gallery.
Art

2026 Student Art Exhibitions Showcase Emerging Talent Across Institutions

At the Portland Art Museum , over 100 art pieces from every single one of Portland Public Schools' 81 institutions are currently on display.

Matteo Ricci·April 21, 2026
A diverse group of people of different ages and backgrounds actively participating in a book club discussion, fostering a sense of community and shared learning.
Books

What is the cultural significance of book clubs today?

In a remarkable outcome from a UK study, boys participating in a relaxed book group increased their reading age by an average of 1 year and 3 months over a mere 12-week trial, significantly outperform

Claire Donovan·April 19, 2026
Diverse group of tourists contemplating a historical memorial site, reflecting on its somber significance and the ethical dimensions of dark tourism.
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What is Dark Tourism's Cultural Significance and Ethical Consideration?

At sites like Auschwitz, visitors often report profound sadness alongside unexpected personal growth, revealing a complex emotional landscape that challenges simple notions of grief.

Eleanor Voss·April 11, 2026
Diverse children joyfully creating art in a brightly lit, modern museum space, with colorful paintings and sculptures visible in the background, symbolizing the new RED Children's Art Museum in Detroit.
Art

Detroit Children's Visual Arts Museum Opens in Grandmont Rosedale

A new cultural institution has taken root in Detroit's Grandmont Rosedale neighborhood. The RED Children's Art Museum reopened in March, offering a dedicated space to foster the next generation of artists and thinkers.

Matteo Ricci·April 8, 2026
An inmate in a sunlit Brazilian prison library, deeply focused on reading a book, surrounded by shelves of literature and other prisoners engaged in quiet study, symbolizing rehabilitation.
Books

Brazil's Reading Program Reduces Prison Sentences for Thousands

A nationwide initiative in Brazil allows tens of thousands of inmates to reduce their sentences through reading programs, testing the transformative power of literature.

Claire Donovan·March 30, 2026