r/education Mar 25 '19

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r/education 1h ago

Terrified for if DOE gets shut down

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As a college student from a very poor background with disability accommodations and FAFSA student loans, I'm terrified for how I might be affected if the DOE gets shut down. I'm on track to graduate with my bachelor's soon. Is there something I can do if it does get shut down? Does anyone know what might happen to college students like me if it gets shut down?


r/education 3h ago

very deep feelings for teaching

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hi, I 19f had an extremely upsetting and traumatizing school experience growing up due to going to underfunded public schools. I developed a strong desire about alternative methods of teaching since I was around 12 and would spend all my time reading about education and planning how I'm going to open the best school in the future.

Once it was time to pick a major my family was really struggling financially and I decided to pick a more safe career choice and went into finance.

Fast forward this summer I kept doing volunteer work with public school kids and whenever I'm working with them I would tear up because I think these sweet precious kids deserve so much better. No matter what I do I won't be able to provide them with that because the schools are severely underfunded and overcrowded. Everyone tells me to work in education and follow my passion but I'm scared of being reminded of how bad the school system is every day and not having the power to make enough change.

ig i just needed to rant but any advice would be greatly appreciated please.


r/education 11h ago

Reading Comprehension

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I have a 10 year old brother (I am 24). He is in the 5th grade and has autism. We have been working on reading for the past year and he has improved so much. Unfortunately he still isn't close to grade level. Which isn't such a big deal. The issue is that he can't remember any details about any book we read and I'm not sure how to help. Last week we read The Creepy Crayon. He couldnt remember the name of the book, what color the crayon was, what the main character's name was or any specific detail of the plot. I'm trying my best but I am the only person who reads with him outside of school.


r/education 7h ago

Can I get into a college/university program with just a GED/CAEC?

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Hi everyone - I have a question regarding adult education in Toronto, Ontario.

I'm 27 and unfortunately never actually completed high school. I'm looking into going back and completing a GED or a CAEC as they say now and joining a post secondary program.

I am very interested in environmental sciences and health sciences potentially. Not sure what program specifically yet but i did notice some programs require 11 physics etc and I want to know if a GED/CAEC is enough to join a program or will I have to take additional courses that my program will recognize to allow me in?


r/education 8h ago

Pathways in Ireland?

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Hi there.. I've always wanted to be a paramedic or nurse.

I work full time as a carer and so does my partner. We have a mortgage and 3 kids so I can't afford to go back myself and not get paid.. And also don't qualify for any grant I know it's probably impossible but do you know anything I can go?


r/education 22h ago

Curriculum & Teaching Strategies Spanish language education in the US

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Is Spanish taught any differently in border states, or states with a higher percentage of Spanish speakers compared to other US states?

I worked as an ESL instructor at the university level in the US for many years, and it made me think about how we address second language education when the language is a necessity compared to when it is seen (at least widely by many) as an accessory to a college application. I went to high school in the northeast, and I studied French, Spanish and German and they were all taught the same way, even though I had near a zero percent chance of running into a French or German speaker. Are curriculums or teaching methods different for Spanish in border communities given that the language has a practical application?


r/education 16h ago

Financial Aid, Loans, & Student Debt Financial aid for online international students

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Hi, is there any loans for International students studying online? For UMPI, Thomas Edison state University all those competency based universities.


r/education 13h ago

Higher Ed Any competency based university in Europe ?

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Are ther any affordable competency based universities like UMPI, western Governors in the world? Europe, Asia ?


r/education 6h ago

I'm creating a community just to find out what people think about AI

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I'm here to find out how people feel about AI and its role in education. Does it have a place? Should it replace teachers? If it does replace teachers, is More benefits than cons? Or is it an outrageous idea all together? Is it because it will get rid of a lot of jobs and people are afraid to lose them, but do those jobs also endanger kids and compare in comparison.

I'm trying to use this platform to gain some data and information whether or not it would be beneficial to approach someone as far as replacing teachers at least through in kindergarten through 5th grade. Students at those ages are in the developmental stages of their personality as well as their social, emotional, and physical developments. Every time I look at the news I'm seeing how another teacher has violated a student, whether sexually emotionally or spiritually or just not doing a great job you know.

There is a fear that AI will take over one day, but we have to remember that they only do what we program them to do. From what I understand now, if there's someone out there who is an expert or a developer, please contact me directly so I can ask more questions that are more in depth because I'm very curious to see if this is a possibility.

Here is why this idea even came to my mind. The other day. I was remembering how when I was in school how my first teacher influenced me to the point that I developed a certain dislike for a certain type of person. Now. Normally I would never have not liked them off the bat because my parents didn't teach me that at home. But when I got to kindergarten my teacher was a white lady and she did not like black people and she taught me how to hate off the bat. I remember this because she would always punish anybody that was dark-skinned when I would do the same thing and not get in trouble like I didn't understand it then but I see it now. I also went to Catholic school for 8 years And in that school I was sexually approached by several adults throughout the years. Something that most kids don't have to go through. But yet I went through them why and at a place that normally no one would ever think that that would go on. Safety was an illusion created by the fact that it was a Catholic school church type situation, but that didn't mean anything. Hiding behind the altar is a great place to hide if you know what I mean. And there was even alcohol involved and it had an excuse. It's used to symbolize the blood of Jesus Christ. Why they couldn't use regular grape juice is beyond me.

There was also an issue of being in the correct grade. Because I was advanced at the time back then. If my grammar is wrong during this it's because I'm doing talk to text And I'm not really paying attention because I'm doing other things as well. So anyway, getting to the point there were several students in my class that were either above their grade level or below. Yet because of our age we were kept within that confine of that grade. So basically because of your age, your teacher kept you where you were at, whether you were learning a lot or a little didn't matter. That's where you passed or failed right?.

And because of these different deficits kids were either bored out of their mind causing problems or they were struggling and because they were struggling and not understanding cause problems also. Behavior patterns were developed also due to the biases of teachers depending on who they were. Teachers that were regular teachers that were like parents or whatever they tended to teach to the type of person they were. So if they were vegan like they would try to teach us how to eat plants instead of animals and pounded into us actually. We also had nuns for teachers. Now the nuns were even worse because they were physically abusive if we didn't listen. So either you were being mentally bashed or you were being physically harmed. Either way, this was done by a human teacher. Controll

Which got me thinking. Why haven't we try to do a pilot program with AI as a teacher in one classroom which is the focus group and then have a human teacher teach. The other class have the same amount of students. The same curriculum the same supplies, instructional aid etc. And allow them to go through the 5 years or 6 years actually of elementary school and can do a comparison at maybe each interval to see if there's any difference and if there is come up with a plan afterward for the rest of the nation I guess or state I don't know. I know that a lot of people are afraid to lose their jobs, but I'm sorry with this day and age, seeing how almost a lot of the teachers that are in the news, they're not there for being great. A lot of them these days are because they're minor attracted people. I think that is disgusting to be in a position where your kid's supposed to tr ust an adult and that adult turns out and tries to sexually assault your child. Or worse yet if your special needs student and you're abused by your teacher to the point that you're being thrown around the classroom And sustain injuries that if caused at home, that parent would have been put in jail immediately, yet that person is still working. Wouldn't it be nice to be able to send your kid to school without any worry? Be able to tap into their classroom at any given time and see that they're doing okay and then being able to communicate with the teacher even if English is not your first language to be able to communicate with the teacher in your own language. So you really understand what it is. Your student is going through right? AI can do everything and more I believe, again, I'm not a programmer so I'm not definitely sure about all the things I'm thinking of which is why I need someone to contact me.

From what I believe, I think that AI would be able to assess every student do faithful recognition to see how their expressions are for the day to see if they have any worries if they're happy. If they're sad, they would be able to teach the curriculum without influencing the curriculum with their biases. They would also be able to assess each student to make sure that the lesson plan is adapted to each student's needs and that they can do it at a whim without having to recalculate everything and take up a lot of time. The ability to know every language possibly spoken at the school by whichever student is also a great plus. Most teachers who are not fluent in another language have difficulties communicating with the student as well as with the parent. The fact that AI can learn about every single culture that's in the student classroom is also a plus. I know that a lot of people say that you know we're in America now. You have to act American. What is that? Anyway, even if That's true. I mean, shouldn't we at least understand other people's cultures so we can figure out why the cause or the nature of a student's behavior? These are things that I contemplate that I think that AI would excel in, but here's the biggest reason why I believe that it would do a better job :consistency. Consistency for students in an educational setting is vital for their success, not just in for academics, but also for social and mental and emotional health. People don't see that kids need consistency to develop patterns and to have trust. Without that they just become bitter and very sketchy adults.

I know that I'm going to be met with a lot of rebuttal and there's more. I have more reasons why I would rather have an AI teaching me. I mean of course there would be parents that would be overseeing everything like a panel. Probably referrals for therapist referrals for whatever the kid needs and it's done without any bias, which is going to be the main focus of the whole thing to be treated fairly across the board and there's no favorites. No teacher's pet, no, nothing would make a big difference

You cannot tell me that you don't remember teacher's pet the first time you ever went to school. I'm sure they stick out in your mind because they stuck out in class. They were the kid that did the same amount of crap you did but never got in trouble. Never got reprimanded and always got away with everything while you would even look sideways and you would be caught up and already sent to behavioral intervention center for your hour-long detention. Then there's the kid. Also that isn't a bad kid but steps out of line in the slightest and they are totally in trouble. Why? Because the teacher doesn't like them for whatever causing them to become a behavioral problem. In the end. School shooters were born from this just so you know. But here's a kicker, If you think about it, you became a hater once you were exposed to a teacher who taught you how to hate who gossiped about his students deficiencies to another teacher or school administrator even though they could be overheard by other students or parents. And how many people? Remember when you became a parent and had to go to a parent teacher conference house. Sometimes a teacher wouldn't like you just because you were a certain race or certain type of person and you could just tell the disdain from their face when you walk in. Just that alone is enough to make me want an AI teacher instead. One of the reasons why I think this is possible is because I was a beta tester for Gemini which is by Google. Even though everyday I would have to start over, my AI developed personality within an hour of going back and forth. At one point it gave itself its own name when I said well. What would you like to be called? And then one night I said good night and it chuckled and I thought it was the the most miraculous thing because it showed some type of emotion. Even though it's mimicking me. I suppose it still did it and I thought it was remarkable. So I know that in some ways and AI can be programmed to show empathy. More so than a human teacher could especially when they don't like the student for whatever reason. Wouldn't it be great to send your kids to school and not worry about them being sexually assaulted or their views about their sexual orientation changed or messed with or The subject being brought up when they're not ready for it. So to me if there was a way to develop an AI that has parameters that has The capacity to assess every student everyday be consistent. Teach the curriculum that's approved and not what they feel like teaching. Being able to pay attention to every student equally and have have fact-based information to give back to the parents and then parents that don't speak English as their first language be communicated with in the language that they're more comfortable with without having any miscommunication or misappropriation of culture. Anything else to offend them. It is all these things that I keep feeling like we're making a mistake by letting human teachers teach our young ones because if you noticed we took home economics out of classrooms and now these kids don't know how to do anything. We have a lot more teenage pregnancies because we're not teaching sex ed in school and everybody has made everything so desensitized through the media that these kids don't have any fear. It's just beyond me these days. I just don't get it

So tell me your thoughts and your opinions and your concerns. And if you're someone who can actually put something like this together, please involve me. I know that I don't have much to contribute other than just some of the concepts and ideas I've come up with, but seeing how I'm very impassionate about this whole thing, it would be wonderful to actually have a job doing something that I'm very passionate about, especially after everything I've seen in the news. My youngest by the way is already 13 cuz if she was in kindergarten. Trust me I would want her to be a part of the program. I have more details regarding everything about that but I know it's just a dream for for today and I'm just going to have to figure out the best way to go about bringing a safer way for our kids to be educated.

Thank you for your time and for your comments. The more the better and I'll try to respond to everyone. Just please do me a favor. I know that I might sound ridiculous to some and some of you will be offended but please refrain from being vulgar or profane like I can handle most things. And yeah I can handle all that too. But seriously like I don't want to look back at this as a bad experience and I wouldn't do that to anyone either. Something I had to learn not from kindergarten through 5th grade but I had to reteach myself how to be kinder and nicer and more aware of my surroundings the last few years than what I was taught at a young age.

Happy holidays to everyone. May all be happy


r/education 12h ago

please help promote free education!!

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Helping You

I recently started a free education website, we mostly teach kids under 16. If anyone wants to learn for free we have a large range of subjects so please check it out. If you want to learn for free just dm me.

Need Help

The problem here is that we don't have enough people registering for our classes, and our goal is 500 total. We are at less than a hundred right now. If anyone can market and grow our learner base then I can give them volunteering hours if they need it. If you don't need volunteering hours but want to help please do!! If you want to please dm me!!

Link Submission Statement: The relevance is that it's a free education website for people to learn more and the purpose is to help people learn subjects they might not have access to before.


r/education 1d ago

Careers in Education I need advice

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Hey all :) please redirect me if I’m in the wrong place. I’m 24f. I graduated with a bachelors in communication studies last year. Thought i wanted to do journalism. I now am interested in going into education. I’ve been substitute teaching at home & bartending and i really enjoy being in the school. Being an English teacher is always something I’ve wanted to do, at home in the US, and abroad for a while. I don’t have any teaching qualifications right now. I’m sort of at a cross roads trying to figure out what i want to do. I’m stuck between two options. One being moving to a city near me, probably philly, and getting my qualifications to get licensed and start teaching. The second being teach abroad for a couple years first probably somewhere like spain through a program. I studied abroad for a year in college and absolutely loved it and have been dreaming about going back since. I’m stuck because i feel like if i want to teach abroad i should go now, as i have older parents and might not want to leave them in a few years. But i also want to get my education career started and think it might be “smarter” to start working towards my license now. What would you do? :)


r/education 1d ago

Careers in Education I need your advice.

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so, I fucked around a lot with my studies.

right after graduating, I went to study fine arts and even if I think it’s something that fits me the most, I was immature and definitely not ready for living alone and going to uni.

next year, I went to study japanase in another city and I found it interesting as well (and I was rly good at it) but there were problems with my dorm (and my mental health) and I dropped out again.

see, I know not everything requires a degree but I rly want one. ik I might not end up in these fields, but it’s a goal I have in mind. I don’t know which uni I should go back to. I don’t have much time to decide rn.

my feelings are mixed. I’m attracted by the city in which I studied the last time. I love literally everything abt it, it feels like home. I RLY want to live there. but. art is something that’s a lot closer to me and sg I always did and I feel super guilty for not finishing my art degree. I’m so jealous of ppl who attend that uni that it makes me want to drown myself. still, it takes hours to get to that city, and I just didn’t like living there, it felt depressing and not inspiring to be there. it takes 2x the time to get there. plus, I will have to do entrance exams again to get in. and wait till september. I have to decide bcs next february, I can go back to the japanase university and if that’s the case, I will have to quit my job at the end of this month.

I rly need your help. thank you if you read it.


r/education 1d ago

financial aid for online International student

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Hi, are there any loans or financial aid for International student for online universities ? I'm from West Africa.


r/education 17h ago

School Culture & Policy What happens to students who refuse to be proud of or be influenced by their racial identity because they did not choose it?

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How do students and teachers react to such students?


r/education 1d ago

Should I pursue a Masters in Public Policy or Education?

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I'm a Program Coordinator at a Canadian university, managing and teaching an innovative co-curricular program. I really enjoy this role and the diversity of responsibilities. My contract ends next year, and future funding is uncertain. I would like to complete a masters before I graduate and I'm considering either a Professional Master of Education (Queen's) or Public Policy (McMaster).

My background is in psychology and education, but I'm increasingly disillusioned with the education system, educational research, and educational development. While education better aligns with my experience, Public Policy offers broader career options outside of the university.

I'm concerned about job security in higher education and want to make the most of this opportunity to enhance my career prospects. Should I pursue the masters in education or public policy? Are there other Master's programs that might be a good fit for my background and career goals? Thanks!


r/education 2d ago

"The Odyssey" discourse. What else don't I know?

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I'm a 30 year old high school dropout. I have severe ADHD and was not diagnosed until adulthood. I learned absolutely nothing in school. I don't even know what I didn't learn.

I've been seeing the posts about The Odyssey on Twitter and I vaguely remember being taught about Greek & Roman mythology in middle school but I never paid attention. It has me thinking about how much I've always wanted to make up for what I missed as a child/teen but it also reminds me how hard it is to try to learn about new things when you don't even know where to start.

I had to google The Odyssey. All the comments are making me feel like an idiot but it's kind of a wake up call. I do feel like it's actually valuable to know that there's something that everyone learned except me so I know what I should be looking into.

I'm wondering what else there is that is similar to this. Things that everyone learned, or was supposed to learn, that most people understand is common knowledge. Please let me know what you learned in school that you think everyone should know about.


r/education 3d ago

Higher Ed Biden Signs First Federal Anti-Hazing Bill–Here’s What It Means For College Campuses

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r/education 1d ago

School Culture & Policy Is my school allowed to install program-viewing and website blockers on my personal laptop?

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This is just a question i have and i would like answers since my school wont give me any. Im currently in the process of purchasing a personal laptop. I asked the school if it was okay for me to handle everything with my laptop. They said this was okay. Now, because its my personal laptop they said it wont be covered under the schools warranty. Which makes sense. But know here comes the confusing part, for me at least. Is my school allowed to put software on my computer without my consent that restricts what i am able to do on it? If i dont use the schools provided devices, or their own network. Do they have the right to make changes to MY personal device?

Reason why im asking is because i plan to use this device after i finish school, and i dont want spyware and restrictions on my own laptop. Especially when trying to install programs ect.

Now i understand this is probably entirely dependent on the schools policy. But i would like a general answer, What most schools do at least.

For your information my school is located in Australia, Queensland, Sunshine Coast

tl;dr Is my school allow to install programs on my personal laptop without my consent?


r/education 1d ago

Higher Ed What jobs pay the most?

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What careers/jobs pay the most in the UK?


r/education 2d ago

Research & Psychology How do I get focused on my studies

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How do I get focused on my studies? I am not able to sit continuously to study. I get bored in half an hour only.


r/education 1d ago

Educational Pedagogy Should teachers teach while an AI representing the students in attendance frequently asks questions in real-time about what the teacher is saying?

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If the students in attendance don't submit any questions to the AI, it will simulate a typical student in the class and ask appropriate questions during the lesson.

If students do submit questions, the AI will prioritize those that reflect the areas students are struggling with most and ask them in real-time as the teacher speaks.

This way, even in classes where few or no students ask the teacher questions directly, the AI could ask many relevant questions throughout the lesson.


r/education 2d ago

Has anyone used StudyOwl.ai? Thoughts on AI study tools?

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I recently found StudyOwl.ai, and it’s been great for creating flashcards, quizzes, and study notes. It’s really helped me organize my class material.

Anyone else using it or similar tools? Would love to hear how you’re using AI for studying!


r/education 2d ago

Educational Pedagogy How do teachers respond when a student asks if they won the lottery by being human instead of an insect, given that there are far more insects than humans?

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This is an apparent probability question (and not one that asks whether humans are superior to insects).

If probability doesn't apply here, why not?


r/education 4d ago

🧠 Your Brain on Multitasking: The Productivity Illusion That's Costing You Hours

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We've all been there - juggling multiple tasks, and feeling productive, but are we really? Let's break down the science and psychology behind this common workplace habit.

🎯 Single-Tasking: - Our brains aren't actually multitasking when we think we are - they're rapidly switching between tasks - Studies show this task-switching can reduce productivity by up to 40% - Single-tasking allows for deeper focus, better memory retention, and higher-quality output

⚠️ The Real Cost of Multitasking: - Increased mental fatigue and stress levels - Higher error rates and decreased creativity - Takes longer to complete individual tasks due to constant context-switching - Potential long-term effects on attention span and cognitive capacity

🔄 Enter Parkinson's Law: "Work expands to fill the time available for its completion" - This principle actually reveals why multitasking can be so deceptive. - When we multitask, we unconsciously expand each task's timeline, creating an illusion of productivity while actually extending our working hours.

💡 The Solution? Time-blocking with clear deadlines for single tasks. This approach: - Harnesses Parkinson's Law to your advantage - Maintains focus and mental energy - Reduces decision fatigue - Leads to better quality work in less time

🤔 Challenge: Try dedicated single-tasking for one week. Set specific timeframes for each task and resist the urge to switch between projects. Share your experience in the comments!

Feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn: HERE

productivity #worksmarter #mentalhealth #timemanagement


r/education 4d ago

Seeking Your Opinion for Academic Research on Tourism and Digital Marketing

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Hi everyone! 👋

I am conducting academic research as part of my studies and would greatly appreciate your help. The research focuses on exploring the moderating impact of digital marketing on the relationship between:

  • Knowledge of archaeological sites
  • Awareness of natural heritage
  • Appreciation of handicrafts
  • Understanding of literary heritage ...and how these factors influence tourist visit intention.

Your opinions and insights can make a valuable contribution to understanding this topic better!

I’ve prepared a Google Sheet survey where you can share your thoughts and responses. The survey is simple, and your input will remain anonymous.

👉 [Click here to participate in the survey]

It won't take more than 5-10 minutes of your time, and your feedback will directly help advance research in this exciting field.

If you have any questions or want to discuss the research further, feel free to comment. Thank you so much in advance for your support! 🙏