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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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September 11, 2014 10:19 AM

University of Minnesota seeks state funding boost to expand tuition freeze

U leaders say they're confident lawmakers will provide more than $65 million to avoid tuition hikes of 3 percent for undergraduates and 3.5 percent for graduates.

by Alex Friedrich

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September 11, 2014 12:00 AM

American RadioWorks documentary: 'The New Face of College'

In its new documentary, "The New Face of College," American RadioWorks explores how universities are adapting to their new students.

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September 10, 2014 5:58 PM

Helping kids unlock language one note at a time

A new study suggests that learning to play a musical instrument helps improve the brain's ability to process language.

by Cory Turner

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September 10, 2014 3:00 PM

Minneapolis suspensions and the achievement gap

Minneapolis is one of a growing number of districts across the country taking a look at suspension policies.

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September 10, 2014 7:01 AM

Minneapolis school board adopts plan to fight achievement gap

The vote only covers the wider framework of the effort. District officials will sort out implementation details in the coming months.

by Tim Post

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September 10, 2014 6:23 AM

Do public school superintendents really make a big difference in success?

A new study suggests that, in public schools, it's principals and teachers rather than superintendents who bolster performance.

by Eric Westervelt

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September 10, 2014 12:00 AM

American RadioWorks documentary: The Common Core

The Common Core education standards adopted by most states are politically controversial, though many teachers like them. American RadioWorks explores how the standards are changing teaching and learning.

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September 9, 2014 10:15 PM

Football head injuries: How much can helmets help?

Experts disagree over how to rate the safety of helmets that high school football players use and even over how much any helmet can prevent concussions.

by Trisha Volpe

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September 9, 2014 10:16 AM

UMN: Research review will be truly independent

Despite the concerns of some faculty and observers, an upcoming review of University of Minnesota clinical research practices will be independent, the U said.

by Alex Friedrich