Brain Gain For this nurse trained abroad, working at a US hospital is years away The World October 26, 2018 Only 40 percent of nurses trained abroad pass the US licensing exam the first time. But educators say it’s not because they aren’t qualified.
Many immigrants have years of work experience. ‘Upskilling’ programs are helping them use that knowledge. The World October 25, 2018 Jorge Balcazar already has 10 years of welding experience. A six-month certification course will help him get ahead.
Brain Gain In a California elementary school, parents have a classroom of their own The World October 24, 2018 Adult education is often thought of as completely separate from children’s education. But some school districts are trying to integrate them by creating family literacy programs.
Brain Gain When war keeps students from starting high school on time, should they be allowed an extra year? The World October 23, 2018 Advocates say too many schools aren’t giving older teens the chance to get a good high school experience.
Education Highly trained and educated, some foreign-born doctors still can’t practice medicine in the US The World March 28, 2018 There are tens of thousands of foreign-trained doctors who could help alleviate the US’ shortage. But many of them are not allowed to work here.
