Stephanie R. Toliver

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Author Bio

Stephanie R. Toliver is an assistant professor of curriculum and instruction at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign and a Public Voices Fellow with the OpEd Project.

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March 14, 2025

Dismiss Educator Expertise? U.S. Children’s Learning Suffers

In a recent letter posted on the Department of Education website, newly appointed Secretary Linda McMahon claims, “there is nobody more qualified than a parent to make educational decisions for their children.” In addition to the…

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February 3, 2025

Book Bans Don't Make America Great

The excitement of discovering a book that speaks directly to your life is a rare and powerful experience. It’s a moment of connection, a chance to see your story reflected and validated in ways that…