Ed School
'Sesame Street' Visionary Honored
Former students, colleagues, and family members of Gerald S. “Gerry” Lesser, one of the biggest forces behind the formation of “Sesame Street,” gathered yesterday evening at a Harvard Graduate School of Education panel to honor the legacy of the longtime Ed School professor.
GSE Professor Receives i3 Grant
Graduate School of Education Assistant Professor James S. Kim has received a $12.7 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education Investing in Innovation (i3) Program.
Study Measures Impact of Private Schools
Countries with a higher private school enrollment rate perform better on math, science, and reading exams, but also have lower ...
HGSE Launches New iTunes U Podcast
A new podcast by the Harvard Graduate School of Education that seeks to capture the thoughts of education leaders made its debut on Harvard’s iTunes U yesterday.
Author Encourages Childhood Whims
Eric Carle, the author of “The Very Hungry Caterpillar,” encouraged a packed audience to pursue their creative ambitions—even if it means holding onto childhood whims.
Teachers for America
At a Teach For America reception at the Graduate School of Education on Wednesday, Bill Gates made a surprise appearance, speaking with future participants and alumni of the program.
Students Perform Better When Paid
Providing financial incentives for positive behavior can lead to higher test scores among adolescents.
