Education News

MPR News keeps track of the latest education news in Minnesota so you can understand the events shaping the future of learning and how it impacts students at any level.

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Illinois college adds degree in beer brewing
Southern Ullinois University has a new accredited degree in fermentation science to train future brewers, distillers and vintners.
The 'Lake Wobegon effect' of educating America's kids
A new national survey shows a huge disconnect between parent perceptions and student performance.
Teachers in Minnesota and across the country are talking about the need to rethink our approach to school safety. Two education experts shared their thoughts on the current climate and what can be done.
It will be known as Minnesota State. Chancellor Steven Rosenstone says the name MnSCU has been found to be confusing in brand research.
'Culture of second chances' -- or opportunity for struggling students?
As schools try to close the achievement gap, some educators worry that a shift in grading standards -- and allowing students to correct answers they've gotten wrong on tests -- isn't preparing their students for college or the workplace.
School discipline method teaches students how to behave
A system that uses prevention over punishment is getting new attention in Minnesota for schools looking for effective ways to deal with discipline.
Why gifted Latinos are often overlooked and underserved
Gifted education in this country is a patchwork of underfunded programs and gifted kids who start school not speaking English are the least likely to be served.
Attention students: Put your laptops away
Researchers Pam Mueller and Daniel M. Oppenheimer found that students remember more via writing notes longhand rather than on a laptop. It has to do with what happens when you're forced to slow down.