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The Forum on the Future of Public Education

The Forum on the Future of Public Education strives to bring the best empirical evidence to policymakers and the public.

The Forum draws on a network of premier scholars to create, interpret, and disseminate credible information on key questions facing P-20 education. The Forum pursues original research and facilitates collaboration between researchers and policymakers to examine the pressing issues shaping the future of public education. Key constituencies of the Forum include scholars who influence research, policy and practice; policy makers and policy making bodies at all levels; members of the media who influence public opinion; foundations, organizations, business groups and others who support, criticize and advocate for reform; and citizens who make choices about education for themselves and their children.

America is witnessing a drastic redefinition of the policies and practices associated with “public education.” Too often, discussions around the future of public education are strong on passion but short on actual evidence. The Forum for the Future of Public Education is filing that gap by building a resource of objective, research-based insights on key educational issues. We are establishing an open venue- a true public forum to debate controversial and consequential policy issues that will shape American’s future.

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Explore opportunities to study abroad

by Office of International Programs (grliu2@illinois.edu) / Aug 29, 2018

Study abroad through the College of Education

The Office of International Programs is excited to offer many ways to explore study abroad opportunities through the College of Education.

The annual study abroad fair, Illinois Abroad Day, will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 5, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Room 260A of the Education Building. Come visit our new office and enjoy free food, prizes, and information about all of our programs to find one that best fits you.

We are also hosting several informational sessions and Global Cafe events this semester. This will be an opportunity to learn about Winter Break and Spring Break programs and hear from study abroad alumni. Save the following dates: September 19, October 10, October 24, November 7, and November 28, all at 4 p.m.

Finally, our new website will be live on Sept. 5 and dedicated to College of Education study abroad programs for students and teachers alike. We encourage you to visit the new website soon at https://education.illinois.edu/international.