Innovations in educational policies, programs, and practices (more)
As executive producer of MCG Jazz, Marty Ashby works with musicians who often devote their proceeds to a community arts and vocational training center in Pittsburg, Penn. In this audio interview, Ashby charts for Globeshakers host Tim Zak his career from jazz musician to director of this philanthropic jazz performance and recording venue.
Converting corporate waste into classroom tools.
Project GRAD builds community support for educational reform in the inner city.
Though rarely discussed in America, the subtle differences between social classes lead to major misunderstandings in the classroom, the workplace, and in many nonprofit settings.
A venture philanthropist's experience with reforming education.
Some social and educational programs inadvertently widen the gap between the haves and the have-nots.
How a Boston educational-services nonprofit is realizing its own potential for growth so that its scholars can realize theirs.
How personalities count when pairing protégés with Big Brothers and Sisters.
Teaching inner-city kids business skills to build their confidence and aspirations.
Do charter schools hold the key to responsive government?
