John Merrow offers up a simple request to both his liberal and conservative friends in the ed world.
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The intersection of technology and test scores
John Merrow examines the intersection point for two discussions within education: “the rising role of technology” and “the reliance on bubble tests as an assessment tool.” Where do they meet, and what can we do?
The pendulum swings, and choices await
John Merrow looks at the ‘pendulum swings’ of American society, including those in beer sales, radio stations and textbooks. What does it mean for education? You’ll see.
Two Town Halls, and a peek into the future
John Merrow on the two “Town Hall” events he attended at the end of August 2011 — and what it tells us about the future of education journalism.
The meaning of the rain
John Merrow on songs about rain — and how that fits into the national education discussion.
