Sara Goldrick-Rab, a professor of higher education and sociology at Temple University in Philadelphia, has built a large Twitter following in part through frank exchanges about her research on higher ed. policy and and college access for low-income students. She also landed in hot water after tweeting that Republican Gov. Scott Walker of Wisconsin is a “fascist” and comparing him to Hitler. At AERA 2016, Goldrick-Rab talked with Education Week about the role of social media in academic life and work.
Equity & Diversity
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VIDEOS: K-12 Staff Diversity Matters. Here's Why
The lack of teacher diversity dates back to the establishment of America's public school system. A look at the history and some early signs of hope.
Recruitment & Retention
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Black Principals: How Schools Can Hire and Support Them
La Quisha Linder, left, assistant principal of instruction at North Forsyth High School in Winston-Salem, N.C., talks with Leslie Alexander, an area superintendent, about what to expect while interviewing for the principal talent pool.
Equity & Diversity
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Why Latino Representation on School Boards Matters and How to Make it Happen
School boards make decisions that impact every aspect of a student's education. A look at the value of Latino representation and the work being done to get more elected.
Teaching Profession
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Explainer: Why is America's Teaching Force So White?
A lack of diversity in the teaching profession is a problem with academic ramifications for all students. A look at the history behind the issue.
