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Professor Min Sun discusses her recent study of teachers hired across the country, which shows young teachers are more academically prepared but that a racial mismatch persists between them and their students.

Professor Ilene Schwartz says candidates for Washington's Superintendent of Public Instruction will be asked to describe their approaches to diversity and inclusion in the state's schools during a candidate forum (interview begins at 5:48).

Carrie Brennan, lecturer in early childhood and family studies, comments on toddler temper tantrums and child development.

Professor Holly Schindler discusses her research on helping fathers be more engaged, more confident parents by focusing on their strengths.

The College of Education and UW Math Education Project's work with Anacortes School District to improve math instruction is noted in an essay by Superintendent Mark Wenzel (EdD '07) on the importance of investing in quality training for teachers.

Stephen Fink and Anneke Markholt, executive director and associate director of the UW Center for Educational Leadership, describe a research-based curriculum that is setting a new standard for school leadership professional development.

The Northwest Asian Weekly Foundation recently created an endowment to support undergraduate students at the UW College of Education.

The UW Center for Educational Leadership’s Sharon Williams writes about the power of a theory of action to help take a school district from good to great.

Pay attention to the American Educational Research Association, writes columnist Lynne K.Varner. The ideas and trends discussed by its members today will be part of the education-policy debates of tomorrow. Margery Ginsberg is featured for her work with Cleveland High School and a recent AERA award. 

Professor Ilene Schwartz, director of the University of Washington's Haring Center, writes that the fear some kids will be slowed down by kids with disabilities is just not true.