John W. Fantuzzo, Penn GSE
Penn GSE News
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January 9, 2018

In an open letter in the Washington Post, David Berliner writes that Fantuzzo's research provides necessary groundwork for experts – and the citizens of Philadelphia – trying to understand the city's schools

Joni Finney, Penn GSE
In the Media
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January 8, 2018
, Times Higher Education

US proposals ‘could shut poorest students out of universities’

Joni Finney discusses the Promoting Real Opportunity, Success, and Prosperity through Education Reform (Prosper) Act, saying it could result in “many scams that will take advantage of students and the federal aid dollars of the federal government.” Marsha Richardson shares how to be mindful and be emotionally healthy.

Pam Grossman, Penn GSE
In the Media
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January 1, 2018
, Chalkbeat

Why we decided to launch the Great American Teach-Off, and how it will work

Pam Grossman is cited for having shown that teachers can learn about teaching when their colleagues act in the role of students.

Jonathan Zimmerman, Penn GSE
In the Media
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December 28, 2017
, Philly.com

3 ways colleges and universities can earn back America's receding trust

Jonathan Zimmerman suggests that across the political spectrum, Americans are distrusting college and universities; he offers three suggestions for improvement. 

In the Media
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December 27, 2017
, Philadelphia Inquirer

Philly schools tormented by decision to reduce suspensions

Matthew Steinberg and Johanna Lacoe’s new study on the academic and behavioral consequences of discipline policy reform is discussed in this opinion piece.

Ryan S. Baker, Penn GSE
In the Media
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December 18, 2017
, ACM News (Association for Computing Machinery)

AI Tutoring: Genius on My Shoulder

Ryan Baker discusses how AI-based tutoring systems are allowing the majority of students to proceed at their own pace, while freeing up teachers to work with individual students.

Laura W. Perna, Penn GSE
In the Media
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December 15, 2017
, Houston Chronicle Online

Can college 'promise' programs deliver?

Laura Perna discusses whether free college programs can make colleges more affordable and increase college attainment. 

Penn GSE News
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December 14, 2017

Dean Pam Grossman was recently inducted into the prestigious American Academy of Arts & Sciences. She joins fellow faculty member Bob Boruch, as well as Penn President Amy Gutmann.

Richard M. Ingersoll, Penn GSE
In the Media
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December 12, 2017
, NEA Today

Preparing the Next Generation of Educators for Leadership

Richard Ingersoll comments on teacher retention, in particular, the importance of teachers being treated as professionals and having a voice in school-wide decisions. 

Joni Finney, Penn GSE
In the Media
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December 8, 2017
, Philadelphia Inquirer

Local Colleges Blast GOP Endowment Tax Proposal

Joni Finney comments on the GOP’s endowment tax proposal and says that schools may resort to increases in tuition in order to pay the tax.

Laura W. Perna, Penn GSE
In the Media
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December 6, 2017
, Knowledge@Wharton

How Ending Tax-free Tuition Waivers Could Impact U.S. Higher Ed Knowledge@Wharton

Laura Perna discusses the impact of the recent change to the tax code on students, colleges, and higher education as a whole.

Marybeth Gasman, Penn GSE
In the Media
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December 5, 2017
, Inside Higher Ed

Why Is the NFL Giving Millions to UNCF?

Marybeth Gasman explains the rationale behind NFL’s donation as a commitment to social change for African-Americans.

Press Releases
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December 5, 2017
This year’s winning ideas help teachers create engaging class projects, match students and employers, and give educators in Africa access to digital tools.
Marybeth Gasman, Penn GSE
In the Media
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December 4, 2017
, Inside Higher Ed

GOP Seeks to Shift Accountability for Colleges

Marybeth Gasman is quoted about the impact of the Higher Education Act on colleges that are educating low-income students.

Penn GSE News
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December 4, 2017

A Spencer Foundation grant will enhance the collaborative work over the next three years.

Penn GSE News
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November 29, 2017

In a Q&A for the Penn Current, Stevenson discusses connections between psychology and theology, holding therapy sessions on a basketball court, and helping schools respond to racist incidents. 

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