Tara Blair 
| By Gale Staff | James Arthur Baldwin was born on August 2, 1924, into a nation grappling with Jim Crow and at the cusp of the Harlem Renaissance. This future literary luminary and passionate activist found himself thrust into a crucible of poverty, racism, and tempestuous social change. Rather than sinking under that heavy … Read more
In today’s college environment, educational technology and other digital assets are vital to academic success. To succeed in our technology-dependent world, students must develop the skills to navigate information and collaborate with peers. Gale’s industry-leading digital learning platforms can stimulate classroom engagement, open doors to rare research materials, and remove accessibility barriers. To maximize your … Read more
| By Gale Staff | The Gale support site is a comprehensive platform that equips users with the necessary tools to effectively manage and promote their Gale resources. With direct URLs and MARC records, accessing the resources becomes simpler and more streamlined. Additionally, Gale Pages enhance the discovery of resources, ensuring that users can easily … Read more
From August 2–4, 10,000 high school students will converge on Iowa for an intense three-day showdown, all aiming to emerge victorious in the National Policy Debate on Intellectual Property Rights (IPR). Hosted by the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS), this highly anticipated event promises to be a thrilling test of rhetoric and … Read more
| By Gale Staff | Youth sports programs offer fertile ground for nurturing critical life skills: teamwork, persistence, and pride in one’s accomplishments. However, as teachers, we sometimes see drawbacks. For example, student-athletes may suffer from unrealistic expectations and real or perceived pressure from parents, peers, and coaches. Sports can also create barriers that exclude … Read more
| By Gale Staff | With unobstructed access to international affairs tucked into our pockets, it’s nearly impossible for students to avoid a constant stream of troubling images. A scroll through social media means seeing apartment buildings in Ukraine reduced to rubble by Russian artillery, Gazan skylines left in ruins, and Taiwanese protestors marching for … Read more
| By Gale Staff | In many states, teenagers can register to vote before they turn 18—but there is no age limit for learning about the democratic process. Experts encourage early voter education. A 2020 study found that students who learned about the voting process in high school were “more likely to vote and participate … Read more
| By Gale Staff | Soon, schools will be closing for summer break. But in addition to pool parties and family vacations, that final bell signifies something else for K–12 teachers: time to begin creating lessons for the next school year. Before you submit your final grades and head for the pool, check out the … Read more
| By Gale Staff | Since the 2020 election, 16 million Americans have turned 18, boosting younger voices at the polls. Confronted with potential misinformation and bias through social media and other news sources, how can high school educators ensure these new voters are accurately informed? That’s where digital media literacy comes in. Young voters … Read more
| By Gale Staff | K-12 educators and staff typically enjoy extended summer vacations, but university employees have all kinds of responsibilities to tend to during the break. As an academic librarian, your role is crucial, even when most students are away for the summer. We’ve compiled a list of ten great ways that librarians … Read more