In "When Reform Meets Reality," Jonathan A. Supovitz and contributors examine the qualities that make ambitious educational reforms impactful and identify common tensions that can thwart continuous improvement. Supovitz brings together educational researchers, district and school leaders, teachers, and professional development providers…

Today, technology plays a crucial role in the daily lives of young children, even in their pre-kindergarten education. In an explanatory sequential mixed methods study, I addressed the following guiding question: "What are urban pre-kindergarten directors' self-reported behaviors associated with the International Society for Technology in…

State reading exams are crucial in determining students' reading proficiency. The problem is students in inner-city Title 1 middle schools in New York City are consistently performing below the national average on the mandated New York State Reading Exam. The purpose of this qualitative exploratory case study was to explore barriers teachers and…

This study examined the unique leadership experiences of queer women in collegiate recreation, focusing on joy as a critical aspect of their professional journey. Employing a narrative inquiry methodology, the research documented the lived experiences of queer women in executive-level roles, exploring the complex intersection of gender, sexuality,…

This qualitative single-case study applied social exchange theory to evaluate the impact of transitioning from traditional, in-person mentoring to virtual mentoring during the COVID-19 pandemic, specifically from April 2020 to April 2021, within a youth mentoring organization. The study used semistructured interviews for data collection and…

The challenges faced by youth can hinder them from reaching their full potential or help them grow and develop as they overcome their challenges. Grit and resilience provide young people with the skills, confidence, and perseverance to overcome challenges, pursue their goals and thrive. In this article, the authors examine the complex constructs…

The emergence of COVID-19 presented numerous challenges in the educational sector, particularly for learners with special educational needs (LSEN). Teaching LSEN via the digital space was a challenging endeavour for teachers during the resulting lockdown largely because of their limited capacity and experience. Considering this circumstance, this…

In recent years, the landscape of higher education has witnessed a transformative wave with the emergence of ChatGPT, an advanced artificial intelligence tool. This paper explores the profound impact of ChatGPT on collaborative learning in higher education institutions. ChatGPT's capabilities in facilitating dynamic and interactive learning…

Youth who are impacted by the justice system encounter myriad challenges as they move through and between education and juvenile justice systems. Policymakers play an important role in mitigating these challenges. Challenges include exclusionary discipline practices that increase the likelihood of involvement in the justice system, lack of…

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a prominent trend in this era, progressing in every field including education. It offers numerous new opportunities in the education system and on the same side, both students and teachers are also facing new challenges in our education sector. The present study aims to investigate the challenges faced by…

Background: Prepandemic, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) residency training curricula in the Philippines did not include telerehabilitation. The impact of virtual care on residents' competencies during the pandemic has not been evaluated locally. Objective: The objective of the study is to determine residents' ability to achieve…

This paper presents a qualitative study that used student interviews to investigate the influence of non-cognitive barriers on developmental student success in a corequisite first-year composition course that was offered on line following the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Students answered open-ended questions about their previous educational…

The "Kenya Gender and Education Roadmap" is a series of four evidence briefs designed to provide a comprehensive analysis of the gender and education landscape in Kenya. Drawing from a variety of key data sources, including the Population Council's Evidence for Gender and Education Resource (EGER) Database, DHS and national-level…

The "Kenya Gender and Education Roadmap" is a series of four evidence briefs designed to provide a comprehensive analysis of the gender and education landscape in Kenya. Drawing from a variety of key data sources, including the Population Council's Evidence for Gender and Education Resource (EGER) Database, DHS and national-level…

The purpose of this study is to provide an insight view about the challenges to female government college principals and vice principals in Chitral, Pakistan. The study uses in-depth interviews for data collection and on the basis of predetermined criteria, the study participants were selected. The findings of the study explain that in district…