Professional and business services, construction and health care industries gained the most jobs, according to the U.S. Department of Labor's report. Business leaders have emphasized for years that numeracy is a key skill they look for when they hire; yet they have trouble finding qualified applicants because many have limited abilities in using basic math, or can't understand numbers effectively in their role.

In response to poor student outcomes at its virtual schools, a new Indiana law says if online students fail to log in to classes for too long, virtual schools must kick them out. Additionally, students who want to enroll in an online school must complete an orientation session with a guardian to better understand the expectations of a virtual learning environment.

The San Benito CISD is beginning instructor training on a new device to improve its medical program. Known as Anatomage, the imaging table is a life-size diagnostic tool that will help instructors teach health science students about anatomy—instead of relying on animal dissections and posters.

Amy GÁ³mez began her career as an academic researcher and instructor, but left the academy to pursue a marketing career focused on multicultural consumers. After 9/11, seeking a more purpose-driven path, she spent time as a bilingual third-grade teacher in the South Bronx of New York, where she advocated for her students and their immigrant […]