In Episode 211 of Class Dismissed, we have our 5th Annual "Classy Awards." This annual tradition allows us to reflect on a few of our incredible show guests during 2021. - This year's categories inclu

The first step to understanding something new is often the most challenging part.  Our guest on Episode 210 of Class Dismissed explains why we need to rethink the way we teach students.  - He suggests

Many students can remember details from their favorite television show but struggle with remembering things their teachers say in class. Why is this? - Memory is an intriguing subject. You might think

In K-12 education, there’s a strong push for STEM education. It’s for good reason, math and science are important. But where should social-emotional learning rank? Psychiatrist Helen Riess, MD, believ

Are educators doing enough when it comes to climate change? Purdue University Professors Dr. Daniel Shepardson and Andrew Hirsch believe that right now, climate change is the one topic that isn't adeq

The Operation Varsity Blues investigation is a landmark moment for college admissions. More than 50 wealthy parents have been revealed to be participating in an expensive fraud scheme orchestrated by

Exercising your critical thinking muscle We now live in a world where Siri, Alexa, and Google can answer straightforward questions in a matter of seconds.  - So when it comes to educating our students

Somehow the graphing calculator has stayed the same since the ‘90s Mathematics and engineering students worldwide have long been at the mercy of Texas Instruments, a company that has held an exclusive

Distracted students are not a new problem. It's easy to blame technology as a leading factor in distracting our students. iPhones, video games, and social media are multi-billion dollar industries cre

Against the odds There are approximately 4000 people that live in Hazlehurst, Mississippi. The town, a 40-minute drive south of Jackson, Mississippi, is a quaint community that boasts a Walmart a few