All articles tagged with #us education
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The New York Times
Several historically Black colleges and universities in the U.S. canceled classes and events after receiving false threats, leading to lockdowns and heightened anxiety, though the FBI confirmed the threats were hoaxes.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
Tenth-grade students in the US achieved their lowest-ever math scores on the international Program for International Student Assessment (PISA) test, with an average score of 465 out of 1,000. The scores dropped by 13 points compared to 2018 and were 18 points lower than in 2003. The US students were outperformed by students in 33 other countries, with Asian countries leading the rankings. The results highlight a global concern in math achievement, and despite improvements in reading and science, more investment is needed in American education.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Associated Press
Eighth grade students in the US have seen a slight decline in their history and civics test scores, with an increasing number of children lacking a basic understanding of either subject, according to the National Assessment of Educational Progress. The results reflect the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic that shuttered schools across the country. Nearly one-third of eighth grade students cannot describe the structure or function of government, and many US schools aren't doing enough to reverse the trend, history and civics educators say.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NPR
The National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) has reported a drop in history and civics scores for eighth-graders in the US, with this year's history scores being the lowest since the assessment began in 1994. The pandemic is believed to have had a profound impact on student learning, with declines in reading and math also reported. The results have prompted calls for action to address the problems head-on, rather than limiting what students learn in US history and civics classes.