Better counseling or better gun control? Local TV station turns to longtime educator Paul Thomas in the aftermath of the Robb Elementary School shooting. Read more
Thomas answers questions about critical race theory The professor of education explains that the topic of controversy is a tool used by scholars.
Science backs balanced teaching of reading, not intensive phonics Paul Thomas cites research stemming from England in support of a balanced approach to reading pedagogy.
Should South Carolina cancel Critical Race Theory? Paul Thomas explains CRT and describes the dangers to SC schools if the academic and legal framework is ignored.
Some NC leaders say Mississippi’s model charts the way to helping kids read Paul Thomas says there's more that affects reading scores than highly-touted reading programs and techniques.
S.C. Republican bill would corrupt teaching of history Paul Thomas pens a commentary on how social studies teaching in South Carolina might be in peril.
Why SC is wrong to ‘jump on the bandwagon’ of ‘science of reading’ movement Education Professor Paul Thomas writes an opinion piece about the real problem facing SC schools and students with low reading scores.
Cuomo aide picked to run SUNY draws criticism, optimism Paul Thomas weighs in on the "accountability movement" in a piece about SUNY's pick for chancellor.
How to end the reading war and serve the literacy needs of all Education Professor Paul L. Thomas writes a primer for "parents, policy makers and people who care."
Academic achievement gap slowly closing, but inequities persist Education professor Paul Thomas explains the gap is less about achievement and more about resources.
