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May 19, 2020

EdNC: Perspective | We Can’t Put the Genie Back in the Bottle: Designing Next-Generation Education in the Time of Crisis

Hiller A. Spires, Ph.D., shares her takeaways from the Friday Institute's Next Generation Education webinar series to provide guidance for the future of education. 

May 14, 2020

We Can’t Put the Genie Back in the Bottle: Designing Next-Generation Education in the Time of Crisis

As a result of the coronavirus pandemic, people in North Carolina, the U.S. and around the world are confined to their homes with no clear idea of when life will… 

May 8, 2020

MSEN Program Expands Reach To Edgecombe County to Bring STEM Experiences to Rural Students

Because of a new NSF grant, MSEN will expand its program into Edgecombe County Public Schools to address the lack of STEM access for middle school students in the district. 

Apr 9, 2020

EdNC: Our Education System was ‘Built Around Students Already Engaged.’ A Statewide Connectivity Initiative Could Change That.

EdNC Editor-In-Chief Mebane Rash shares key takeaways from Friday Institute webinar "Exploring Next-Generation Education in the Time of COVID-19." 

Apr 7, 2020

Future Ready Schools: Communication for School Leaders: Supporting Your 
Community During This Time of Uncertainty

Learn what school leaders can do to support and sustain belonging in their school communities during this time of uncertainty. 

Apr 3, 2020

“I Think I Can, I Thought I Could, I Can’t!!”Helping Educational Leaders Maintain Momentum While Working Virtually

PLLC Research Scholar Shayla Rexrode shares tips for instructional leaders to ease the stress for their teachers and themselves while working virtually. 

Mar 20, 2020

Friday Institute Expands Offerings for Online Professional Learning for Educators

To continue our commitment to support educators and provide resources for teaching and learning even during the COVID-19 pandemic, we are extending our course offerings. 

Mar 19, 2020

Christensen Institute: 3 Tips For a Better Student Online Learning Experience

The Christensen Institute shares tips for a good student online learning experience, including a tip from our Senior Director of the Professional Learning and Leading Collaborative, Mary Ann Wolf. 

Mar 3, 2020

EdNC: Perspective | Friday Institute Champions STEM

EdNC highlights the Friday Institute for their monthly feature, the NC STEM ScoreCard, which builds broader awareness of how P-20 STEM education is being nurtured across North Carolina. 

Feb 28, 2020

Let’s Get Digital

The Friday Institute's longtime commitment to digital learning helped change North Carolina's education landscape.