This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. N.C. Reconnect, a pilot initiative to recruit adult learners at five North Carolina community colleges, will expand to five more schools this spring. MC Belk Pilon, president and board chair…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. The desire for solutions that work is driving greater use of RCTs as proof of the impact of behavioral interventions. In an RCT, one group of individuals (called the treatment…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Most marketing, advertising, and public relations businesses have been operating in a work-from-home environment since the start of the pandemic. During this time of required separation, a lot of business…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. It’s time to get serious about innovation in education. And we don’t just mean more ed tech. The pandemic caused tremendous disruption to U.S. schools this past year and a…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. There has been a plethora of reports or surveys this year about the ESG and climate competencies of boards of directors around the world. This is definitely a good thing.…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. “So, what were you like in high school?” The question comes up at least twice a semester. Truthfully, I am a high school teacher who hated high school. I’d retreat…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. The efficacy of climate-protection measures will determine how often and for how long, according to their new study. The North Pole is presently covered by sea ice all year. Each…
Giving Compass’ Take: • The UN provides an explanation of the consequences of failing to achieve global gender equality for individuals and society. • How can you align your work…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. We now know that microplastics are found in our drinking water, the air, deep-sea critters, rain, and even our poop. Sadly, while other states were busy regulating plastics straws, bags,…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Global warming has all but guaranteed that storm seasons will continue to intensify, in traditional hurricane hot spots and further afield, meaning more people are likely to be affected by…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. The tools and technologies that farmers use to get a decent corn crop during drought years should not leave the impression that innovation will make bad weather inconsequential. That’s the…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Girls and women who are refugees, displaced, or have been impacted by conflict are falling behind despite progress towards achieving gender equality worldwide, according to a new report. The humanitarian…