This story was originally published by the Conversation. Much has been written about the potential consequences of getting rid of the Department of Education, one of President-elect Donald Trump’s ...

Student loans account for 96% of education debt in the U.S. As people look for ways out of this debt — especially those with high debt amounts — pervasive and damaging student loan myths can emerge.

As college application season approaches, the Ivy League remains a coveted goal for many U.S. students. With their storied history and reputation for academic excellence, the allure of these ...

The NAEP’s normative focus camouflages variations as well as how rapidly young people’s abilities change. The consequences of “the reading wars” of phonics versus phonetics are seldom noted. Young ...

Virtually every policy that governs our higher education system is based on a dangerous myth — that students do, and should, meticulously shop around for colleges nationwide and pick the best fit.

The lack of rural research and focus has perpetuated many myths and misconceptions about rural education that overlook the strengths and opportunities for students who attend rural schools. Let's take ...