Curriculum

Tompkins Conservation places archive at the Stanford University Libraries in support of ongoing field studies and research in Chile and Argentina

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STANFORD, Calif., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tompkins Conservation and its co-founders and benefactors, Kristine McDivitt Tompkins and the late Douglas R. Tompkins, are donating their personal archives as well as the archive of their conservation and rewilding work in South America to the Stanford University Libraries. These historical, legal, and scientific records will directly benefit the faculty and students who are continuing Stanford's longstanding tradition of conducting field studies and research in Chile and Argentina, as well as those interested in land conservation initiatives.

Key Points: 
  • We are especially grateful to Kris Tompkins for the placement of the archive at Stanford where well-intentioned scholars and eco-environmentalists will make excellent use of it."
  • Stanford University, the alma mater of many McDivitts, has been formative in the education and values of my family.
  • The Kristine McDivitt Tompkins Collection documents its namesake's career as the former CEO of Patagonia, Inc. and the current president and co-founder of Tompkins Conservation.
  • Thus, the goals of the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability closely align with the wonderful work of Tompkins Conservation."

Tompkins Conservation places archive at the Stanford University Libraries in support of ongoing field studies and research in Chile and Argentina

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Environmental science, Earth science, Mountaineering, Curriculum, Douglas Tompkins, School, National Geographic, Stanford University Libraries, Unique, Education, Stanford University, Collection, Animal, Humanities, Parallel, Emeritus, Climate change, Film, Organization, Geology, Research, Science, Death, Student, Plant, San Francisco Bay Area, Family, Wildlife, Protected area, Faculty, Life, Human, Carnegie Medal, Conservation, Kristine, Archive, Agriculture

STANFORD, Calif., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tompkins Conservation and its co-founders and benefactors, Kristine McDivitt Tompkins and the late Douglas R. Tompkins, are donating their personal archives as well as the archive of their conservation and rewilding work in South America to the Stanford University Libraries. These historical, legal, and scientific records will directly benefit the faculty and students who are continuing Stanford's longstanding tradition of conducting field studies and research in Chile and Argentina, as well as those interested in land conservation initiatives.

Key Points: 
  • We are especially grateful to Kris Tompkins for the placement of the archive at Stanford where well-intentioned scholars and eco-environmentalists will make excellent use of it."
  • Stanford University, the alma mater of many McDivitts, has been formative in the education and values of my family.
  • Thus, the goals of the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability closely align with the wonderful work of Tompkins Conservation."
  • An event celebrating the Tompkins Conservation and Tompkins Family archives is scheduled on Earth Day, April 22, 2024, starting at 4:30 p.m. in the Traitel Building on the Stanford campus.

Phoenix East Aviation and MzeroA Online Ground School Join Forces to Propel Aviation Education Forward

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DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Phoenix East Aviation (PEA) proudly announces its selection of MzeroA Online Ground School (MzeroA) as the exclusive ground school provider for its Part 141 flight training courses.

Key Points: 
  • DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Phoenix East Aviation (PEA) proudly announces its selection of MzeroA Online Ground School (MzeroA) as the exclusive ground school provider for its Part 141 flight training courses.
  • This collaboration marks an innovative advancement in the quality of modern aviation education for aspiring pilots.
  • "As a passionate advocate for pilot education and training excellence, I am excited to be teaming with MzeroA to improve our training curriculum.
  • Together, with Phoenix East Aviation, we are positioned to equip a new generation of pilots with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in the dynamic world of aviation."

The Reading League Launches Groundbreaking Curriculum Navigation Reports: How Well Do Widely Used Curricula Align With the Science of Reading?

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SYRACUSE, N.Y., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Reading League , a nonprofit organization leading the advancement of evidence-aligned reading instruction, is proud to launch its Curriculum Navigation Reports.

Key Points: 
  • SYRACUSE, N.Y., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Reading League , a nonprofit organization leading the advancement of evidence-aligned reading instruction, is proud to launch its Curriculum Navigation Reports.
  • TRL's Curriculum Navigation Reports are summaries of intensive curriculum examinations on the most widely used curricula in the U.S.
  • These summary reports are unlike existing curriculum reviews:
    Educators have lacked a reliable resource to help discern the full scope of evidence-aligned practices in curricula.
  • They will be accessible on The Reading League Compass , a national repository of reliable guidance and resources related to evidence-aligned reading instruction.

Excel Dryer pioneers blueprint for healthy and sustainable workplaces of the future

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EAST LONGMEADOW, Mass., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Excel Dryer, the global leader in touchless hand hygiene solutions, recently unveiled a comprehensive office expansion and renovation project. This initiative, rooted in the company's mission to lead through innovation, aimed to merge beauty, health, wellness and sustainability into its workplace. The project's insights and methodologies are set to educate through a unique continuing education unit (CEU) course, offered by Architectural Record magazine in its Continuing Education Center, serving as a detailed roadmap of Excel Dryer's innovative journey.

Key Points: 
  • EAST LONGMEADOW, Mass., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Excel Dryer , the global leader in touchless hand hygiene solutions, recently unveiled a comprehensive office expansion and renovation project.
  • This initiative, rooted in the company's mission to lead through innovation, aimed to merge beauty, health, wellness and sustainability into its workplace.
  • William Gagnon, COO of Excel Dryer, said, "Our vision was clear from the start—to craft the most beautiful, healthy and sustainable workplace imaginable.
  • Ultimately, the course showcases how integrated design solutions can promote health, efficiency and environmental stewardship in commercial spaces.

Multiple ASU MBA programs rank among best in country

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The school is regularly ranked among the top business schools in the country, with 32 programs and specialties in the U.S. News top 30.

Key Points: 
  • The school is regularly ranked among the top business schools in the country, with 32 programs and specialties in the U.S. News top 30.
  • "We take pride in preparing W. P. Carey students to be globally oriented and globally mobile" said Luiz Mesquita , associate dean of graduate programs.
  • "Our MBA programs infuse global education and travel opportunities into the curriculum, helping students develop truly international perspectives."
  • The W. P. Carey School of Business also ranked highly in the recent Financial Times global full-time MBA rankings.

Tutors International Reveals the Most Popular Educational Curricula for UHNW Families Embracing Global Education

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OXFORD, England, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The world is more interconnected than ever, and Ultra-High-Net-Worth (UHNW) families are setting their sights on education systems that offer more than just traditional learning.

Key Points: 
  • UHNW families often prioritise education curricula that offer flexibility, high academic standards, and global recognition.
  • International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE): The IGCSE is a globally recognised qualification offered by Cambridge Assessment International Education and other examination boards.
  • Recognising the limitations of traditional schooling in meeting the dynamic needs of UHNW families, Tutors International provides a flexible alternative through private home tutoring.
  • With a network of highly qualified private tutors, Tutors International ensures a seamless educational experience that is both academically rigorous and globally oriented.

Tutors International Reveals the Most Popular Educational Curricula for UHNW Families Embracing Global Education

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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OXFORD, England, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The world is more interconnected than ever, and Ultra-High-Net-Worth (UHNW) families are setting their sights on education systems that offer more than just traditional learning.

Key Points: 
  • UHNW families often prioritise education curricula that offer flexibility, high academic standards, and global recognition.
  • International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE): The IGCSE is a globally recognised qualification offered by Cambridge Assessment International Education and other examination boards.
  • Recognising the limitations of traditional schooling in meeting the dynamic needs of UHNW families, Tutors International provides a flexible alternative through private home tutoring.
  • With a network of highly qualified private tutors, Tutors International ensures a seamless educational experience that is both academically rigorous and globally oriented.

Kiddom Introduces AI-Powered Features to Improve Core Curriculum Implementation

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SAN FRANCISCO, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kiddom, an education technology company offering K-12 core curriculum solutions, proudly announces its new AI-powered technology.  By harnessing the power of machine learning and generative AI, these features offer teachers time-saving benefits with their daily tasks of planning, teaching lessons, and grading student work.

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kiddom , an education technology company offering K-12 core curriculum solutions, proudly announces its new AI-powered technology.
  • This innovative solution aims to optimize the use of core curriculum to help teachers meet individual student needs.
  • Scores draw upon several inputs drawn from the core curriculum in use, including teacher notes, exemplary responses, and rubrics for accurate scoring predictions.
  • Register for the webinar to learn more about Kiddom's AI-enabled core curriculum solutions or visit www.kiddom.co .

KYRON LEARNING SELECTED BY WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY, ILLINOIS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, SAGA EDUCATION, RELAY GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION, AND OTHERS TO AMPLIFY THEIR LEARNING SOLUTIONS

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SAN FRANCISCO, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kyron Learning, a company focused on providing learners equitable access to great instructors, today announced the general availability of the Kyron platform, a learning environment that utilizes discussion-based lessons, powered by generative AI, to amplify and scale great teachers. Customers currently using the Kyron platform to enhance their learning solutions include: Western Governors University, Illinois Institute of Technology, Saga Education, Relay Graduate School of Education, Baltimore City Public Schools, Cambiar Education / Run the Future, and KIPP Chicago Public Schools.

Key Points: 
  • Customers currently using the Kyron platform to enhance their learning solutions include: Western Governors University, Illinois Institute of Technology, Saga Education, Relay Graduate School of Education, Baltimore City Public Schools, Cambiar Education / Run the Future, and KIPP Chicago Public Schools.
  • By leveraging the Kyron Learning platform, educational institutions and learning solution providers can take advantage of the AI-based learning framework Kyron has created and use it to create state-of-the art interactive learning content in a matter of minutes.
  • "Our partners are tackling a diverse set of important problems using the Kyron platform," says Rajen Sheth, CEO of Kyron Learning.
  • Illinois Institute of Technology: Illinois Tech is using Kyron in their Coursera-based Managerial Economics courses to provide on-demand, differentiated instruction on frequently asked questions.