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December 4, 2020
EDC Partners with Families and Teachers to Promote Latinx Children’s Science Learning

EDC has received a grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to lead the new five-year initiative Supporting Science Inquiry, Interest, and STEM Thinking for Young Dual Language Learners (SISTEM).

December 3, 2020
New EDC Study on Closing STEM Education Opportunity Gaps for Spanish-Speaking Adult Learners

EDC has received a grant from the National Science Foundation to lead a collaborative research project focused on promoting successful STEM learning for Spanish-speaking adult learners.

Making it Happen—One Year Later

Last year, in commemoration of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, I co-wrote a blog asking how we could do more to include people with disabilities in our work.

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December 1, 2020
To Fight AIDS, Connect Youth with Care

The struggle against HIV/AIDS is far from over. Here are three ways to make sure youth can access life-saving services.

Elimination of Violence against Women

Gender-based violence (GBV) affects all age groups and genders—either as victims or perpetrators.

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November 23, 2020
¡Hablemos!: la violencia contra las mujeres en Honduras

La prevención de la violencia contra las mujeres “es responsabilidad de todos”, dice Sumaya Zuniga. English | Español

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November 19, 2020
3 Ways to Make Online Learning More Equitable

With COVID-19 continuing to force schools to close nationwide, EDC researchers and educators offer tips to help learning work for all students.

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November 17, 2020
Learning from Teachers’ Experiences during the Pandemic

When Boston Public Schools needed survey data analyzed in record speed, EDC turned to machine learning.

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November 13, 2020
EDC Selected to Study Low-Income Parents’ Access to Childcare

EDC is leading a new study that will advance knowledge of the factors that influence the ability of families in low-income communities to obtain childcare for children from birth to age 12.

On Veterans Day: More Than a “Thank You for Your Service”

It’s great to honor veterans on November 11—as long as we provide them with meaningful support on the remaining 364 days.

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