Dr. Scott's research focuses on supporting beginning teachers in creating a dignified learning environment for young students in mathematics. She argues that traditional math education often prioritizes procedures over deeper understanding, leading to a sense of disconnection and overwhelm among students. To address this, Scott emphasizes the importance of community and dignity in math classrooms, where students feel valued and their ideas are welcome. Her work involves helping teachers develop a stronger grasp of math concepts and creating activities like "visiting" Planet Pent, which uses a base-five counting system to help teachers reconnect with the challenges of making sense of numbers. Scott believes that research shows everyone can be good at math with the right support and effort, and she aims to empower elementary-level teachers to provide this support.
https://www.ocregister.com/2025/04/14/csuf-professor-empowers-young-teachers-to-demystify-math/Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology Fauzan emphasized the importance of young people adopting a growth mindset and striving for self-improvement during his speech at the 74th graduation ceremony of Veteran National Development University (UPN) in Jakarta.
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https://www.searchenginejournal.com/ai-search-study-product-content-makes-up-70-of-citations/544390/Harvard University has refused to accept a deal with the Trump administration, threatening to halt $9 billion in funding, over concerns it would compromise the school's independence and constitutional rights. The university's lawyers argued that private institutions cannot be taken over by the federal government, citing this letter sent to US agencies including the Department of Education.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/before-the-bar/harvard-refuses-to-bow-to-trump-demands-after-new-threats-2Harvard University professors have sued the Trump administration over its threat to scrutinize billions of dollars in federal funding, alleging it is using Title VI of the Civil Rights Act to coerce universities into undermining free speech and academic inquiry for political or policy purposes. The lawsuit was filed by Harvard's chapter of the American Association of University Professors, targeting $8.7 billion in grants and $225.6 million in contracts.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/esg/harvard-professors-sue-trump-over-threat-to-9-billion-in-fundsThe Humble ISD school board is investigating superintendent Brown after making racially charged comments during a discussion about the district's struggles during Hurricane Beryl. Brown reportedly called for "lynching" the mayor of Houston and CenterPoint, but claimed his words were not meant to be taken literally. The NAACP is hosting a town hall meeting at The Luke Church in Humble to address public concerns over the comments.
https://www.khou.com/article/news/local/naacp-town-hall-humble-isd-superintendent-lynching-comment/285-d0b49163-5cef-4dc7-bc0e-dda7720ba1aeIn several schools across India, a staffing crisis has left students without adequate teachers. Government Primary School Kamala lost both its teachers, leaving 80 students without instruction. At Government Primary School Kocha, one of three teachers was transferred and another on medical leave, resulting in a single teacher overseeing nearly 100 students. Similarly, Government Primary School Ajlu is severely affected with two out of three teachers removed, leaving only one for 120 children. Even Government Primary School Kanshai faces the issue with only one teacher for 100 children after one was transferred.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1301085-battagram-mpa-accused-of-meddling-in-education-deptIndonesia aims to implement a tuition-free school program called Sekolah Rakyat in poverty-stricken areas to break the cycle of poverty. Minister Prasetyo Hadi plans to open 200 schools this year, with 147 new schools and 53 existing ones requiring renovation. The program is expected to be completed by June, with support from state-owned enterprises and local governments. Public Works Minister Dody Hanggodo emphasized his ministry's readiness to construct necessary facilities for the program, which he believes will contribute to President Prabowo Subianto's educational reform vision.
https://en.antaranews.com/news/351633/sekolah-rakyat-prioritized-for-poverty-pockets-minister?utm_source=antaranews&utm_medium=desktop&utm_campaign=top_newsMalaysia's National Digital Economy and Digital Society (NADI) initiative is rapidly expanding its network across the country, with 154 out of 188 planned centres completed and operational as of December 31, 2024. The expansion aims to narrow the digital divide between urban and rural populations, with a goal of achieving "1 DUN 1 NADI" nationwide. By connecting citizens to services and knowledge, NADIs are crucial in promoting entrepreneurship, lifelong learning, and personal well-being, while also disseminating accurate information on government initiatives such as PADU, Manfaat MADANI, and BUDI MADANI.
https://opengovasia.com/2025/04/14/inclusive-progress-malaysias-digital-push-for-community-empowerment/