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Social Skills and the Job Market

Jobs requiring high levels of social interaction are growing. What does that mean for schools?
Explore Our Stories
Research Stories
How We’re Smart
We’re all intelligent in multiple and varying ways, and we can grow those intelligences, too
Leah Shafer
October 12, 2017
Learning and Teaching, Mind and Brain
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Research Stories
A Bridge Between School and Faith
Young people often have strong ties to faith communities. Can schools leverage those assets?
Leah Shafer
October 10, 2017
Diversity and Inclusion, K-12, Parenting and Community
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Perspectives + Opinions
The Columbus Day Problem
Who do we celebrate, and why? Equipping students to grapple with the complexities of the past and the controversies of today
Leah Shafer, Bari Walsh
October 5, 2017
Civics and History, Diversity and Inclusion, K-12
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Research Stories
Where Preschoolers Learn
A new study illuminates the landscape of early ed, finding that 3-year-olds spend less time in formal care than 4-year-olds
Bari Walsh
October 5, 2017
Early Childhood
Preschool Handprints
Perspectives + Opinions
Responding to Student Protest
As controversy swirls about pro athletes and sideline activism, how should schools react when students join in?
Bari Walsh
September 29, 2017
Civics and History, Diversity and Inclusion, K-12
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Usable Knowledge is a trusted source of insight into what works in education — translating new research into easy-to-use stories and strategies for teachers, parents, K-12 leaders, higher ed professionals, and policymakers. Usable Knowledge is produced at the Harvard Graduate School of Education by Bari Walsh (senior editor) and Leah Shafer (staff writer). Contact us at uknow@gse.harvard.edu.

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