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Diversity and social justice in education are central issues for today’s teacher. While education has long been heralded as a part of a society where a true meritocracy reigns, educators know further work needs to be done to truly create a level playing field for people of all races, ethnic origins, and economic backgrounds. This […]
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Insights from the Girard School of Business and the School of Science and Engineering Population health signals a shift in healthcare strategy from passive reaction to more proactive medical services. This involves a great deal of data collection and analysis to be successful, which is why data science in population healthis so important.  With the use […]
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Insights from the School of Education and Social Policy at Merrimack College To teach elementary education in Massachusetts you must pass two sections of the Massachusetts Test for Educator Licensure (MTEL). The first is the General Curriculum section, while the second is the Foundations of Reading section. The General Curriculum section includes multi-subject and math sub-tests, according to the […]
Insights from the School of Education and Social Policy at Merrimack College Massachusetts has a structured, tiered system for teachers. Meaning to earn a professional license, teachers must earn a master’s degree and pass the pertinent parts of the Massachusetts Test for Educator Licensure (MTEL). A master’s degree is not required to begin a career […]
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Insights from the Girard School of Business and the School of Science and Engineering Cryptocurrency emerged a decade ago, promising a convenient and secure way to make digital transactions. However, the predictions of a worldwide financial revolution have fallen short, as cryptocurrency has faced challenges including countries considering banning their use and issues with theft […]
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Insights from the Girard School of Business and the School of Science and Engineering Businesses today operate in a complex, global environment where rapid change and intense competition contribute to the number of risks that can sabotage success. For forward-thinking organizations, data science offers analytical tools that help assess and track risk factors and tackle […]
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Insights from the Girard School of Business  Earning a master’s degree in accounting online can boost your chances of earning a promotion and better pay preparing you to take on strategic leadership roles. Earning the degree online offers unparalleled convenience and flexibility with the ability to learn at one’s own pace with supportive services designed […]
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Insights from the School of Education and Social Policy at Merrimack College It seems so simple. Of course, students should learn to read. That’s been understood for generations. No one is going to argue against the importance of student literacy. However, many don’t understand just how important student literacy and reading are to student development, starting at […]
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Insights from the Girard School of Business and the School of Science and Engineering Change is a constant in every aspect of life, including running a business. Perfecting change management is a priority for organizations wanting to keep ahead of competitors. While the discussion typically centers on people and processes, it increasingly involves the use […]
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The definition of “stable job” should feature a picture of an accountant. It’s the rare profession that weathers most economic storms. In any society that uses money, a need will exist for people to keep track of where it’s coming in and where it’s going. Accounting jobs are notably stable in growth. That’s good news […]