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“Playing math games with children can help spark important mathematical ideas,” says Paul Goldenberg.
September 28, 2016
5 Math Games to Inspire Young Minds

These simple and engaging games for preschoolers make it fun to learn math.

Families reading at home is just one way a culture of reading is growing in Rwanda.
September 8, 2016
Why Does Literacy Matter?
Learning to read and write can be a powerful experience. Read five reflections on the importance of literacy.
SKYE participant Kevon Lynch
September 7, 2016
Literacy: The Ultimate Job Skill
How can youth develop workforce skills if they lack the basic ability to read and write? An EDC program in Guyana is helping young people develop the literacy they need.
Young women in the Phillipines
August 12, 2016
Youth Hold the Keys to a Brighter Future
On International Youth Day, taking a look a three young people who have worked for change in their lives and communities.
A teacher reads to students in Rwanda.
July 25, 2016
A National Investment in Literacy
A partnership to strengthen education in Rwanda puts literacy front and center.
Students and teacher using a computer in the classroom.
July 12, 2016
Partnering to Improve Teacher Evaluation

Building a fair, data-informed teacher evaluation system doesn’t have to be contentious. New Hampshire provides a model.

Students reading in the Philippines
July 6, 2016
3 Elements of Development Programs That Last
Three EDC experts share insights from their experiences creating sustainable education programs.
Participants of PAJE-Nièta in Mali.
June 21, 2016
5 Ways to Build Better Youth Development Programs
EDC programs in Mali and Kenya show the importance of including youth, women.
ODI is helping to chart the skills needed for success in a big data economy.
May 4, 2016
Defining Data Literacy for Students
K–12 classrooms need to begin teaching data literacy skills—and soon. A new roadmap will help guide the way.
Women participating in Yes Youth Can! North Eastern Region (YYC! NER) project
April 19, 2016
Creating New Traditions

A new generation of female leaders is taking center stage in Kenya, with support from EDC.