Real Issues, Real Data
Join the Friday Institute for Educational Innovation to elevate your understanding of contemporary educational challenges. The "Real Issues, Real Data" series is designed for K-12 educators, researchers and policymakers to explore pivotal topics in education.
Overview
The “Real Issues, Real Data” series is designed for K-12 educators, researchers and policymakers to explore pivotal topics in education. Topics include AI and computer science, cell phones in educational settings, career pathways in STEM, cybersecurity and more. Engage deeply with cutting-edge research and empirical data to inform evidence-based decisions that will shape the future of education. Each session is a stand-alone topic with expert thought leaders to support the education community in innovating solutions and drive impactful change in the educational landscape.
How Does Data Drive Research?
Friday Institute researchers seek to answer the questions to some of education’s biggest challenges by actively connecting with university faculty, research funders, K-12 educators and students.
Goals & Outcomes
- Equip K-12 educators, education researchers and policymakers with the latest research, data analysis skills and critical thinking tools necessary to make informed, data-driven decisions on contemporary educational issues.
- Foster a collaborative environment where educators, researchers and policymakers can engage in meaningful dialogue and share diverse perspectives.
- Engage deeply with cutting-edge research and empirical data to inform evidence-based decisions that will shape the future of education.
Series Details
Explore the topics below from the 2024-25 series. when available, recordings and materials will be posted on each events page.
Will generative AI make computer science education obsolete?
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What are appropriate and useful school, district and state-level policies to guide cell phone use in schools?
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What steps can individuals take to protect their data privacy and minimize the risk of exposure?
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How can students safely and responsibly engage with AI while also protecting and nurturing their social and emotional well-being?
STEM Pathways
Ethical Implications of Advanced Teaching Roles
Research to Practice
The views and opinions expressed by guest speakers in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent or of the Friday Institute for Educational Innovation. For more information about the Real Issues, Real Data series, contact Emma Braaten at ekbraate@ncsu.edu.