Public Policy
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‘Translating the Dream’ free screening Feb. 22
A free screening of "NPT Reports: Translating the Dream," a locally produced documentary focused on the troubling graduation rates of Tennessee immigrants and ELL students (English Language Learners), will be held Friday, Feb. 22. Read MoreFeb 20, 2013
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New faculty: Gary T. Henry has a passion for education research
Gary T. Henry (Daniel Dubois/Vanderbilt) It has been said that the next great wave of education reform is teacher preparation. If that assertion holds true, Gary T. Henry is prepared to bring evidence to the table. Henry has spent his career looking at how students and… Read MoreDec 7, 2012
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Claire Smrekar in The Tennessean: Role of public education is key
Public education is fundamental to the aims of promoting democracy, social efficiency, and social mobility, writes Claire Smrekar, associate professor of leadership, policy and organizations at Peabody. Read MoreAug 8, 2012