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Architect Graham Wyatt designed a building in CT where students can immerse themselves in the study of environmental science. More
Salman Khan, founder of the Khan Academy, John Hunter, creator of the World Peace Game, and Katie Salen, executive director of the Institute of Play, More
The Philadelphia School District is confronting common education issues with innovative solutions. More
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