A Song, Video, and Activity Set to Spark Joy—and Learning—in Young Children
In this 2024 project created by fellows in the Learning Sciences Exchange, the science of joy pours forth, enabling learning.
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Creating Tools for Teachers to Build Belonging in Middle-Schoolers
LSX fellows create a toolkit for middle school teachers to help students feel like they belong in school.
Higher Education Needs Constitutional Guarantees
State constitutions should be amended to make higher education a guaranteed right similar to K–12 schooling.
Promoting Accessibility for Student Parents: Enhancing Child Care and Support at Community Colleges
The Joy Lives Here Kit
LSX's Joy Lives Here Team created a series of activity cards and a music video to spark joy, learning, and connection.
Co-Designing Games with Kids to Address Challenges of Global Migration
In this 2024 project created by LSX fellows at New America, migrant children of different backgrounds design games to play at school.
How to (not) Fund the Future
Shalin Jyotishi was quoted in Politico discussing the challenges of funding tech innovation and the risks of the U.S. falling behind.
The White House Launched a Politically Potent High-Tech Program This Year. There’s A Reason You Haven’t Heard of It.
Shalin Jyotishi was quoted in a Politico article about the Biden administration's efforts to create tech hubs.
Highlighting Youth in Federal Apprenticeship Investments
In the largest federal investment in apprenticeship ever, there is exciting work happening for youth and young adults.
How Americans Differ in Their Views on For Profit Education
In DC and Louisiana, Advocates Work to Avoid Damaging Funding Cuts
In lean budget times, successful advocacy can often take the shape of avoiding deep cuts or even planned eliminations to vital programs.
Balancing Dual Enrollment & Community Needs: A Challenge for Community Colleges
The expansion of dual enrollment could be a looming problem for community colleges’ long-term financial health.
Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Funding and Policy: The Quick Guide
Making Work-Based Learning Work Better for Community College Students
Work-based learning is a powerful equity strategy for community colleges.
EDA Tech Hubs: Catalyzing Job Creation and Workforce Opportunities
Shalin Jyotishi explores how the U.S. Education Department's Tech Hubs initiative boosts job creation and workforce development.