The Best of Our Knowledge explores topics on learning, education and research.



Unlocking a genetic mystery, scientists studying an unusual jellyfish-like creature have determined the animal to have multiple lineages.



A new report examines an adolescent literacy gap.



And we’ll visit a new museum dedicated to all things pinball.

The Best of Our Knowledge explores topics on learning, education and research. Unlocking a genetic mystery, scientists studying an unusual jellyfish-like creature have determined the animal to have multiple lineages. A new report examines an adolescent literacy gap. And we’ll visit a new museum dedicated to all things pinball.

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Every day, faculty members at schools and universities throughout the world are making discoveries that shape our ways of thinking and redefine our understanding of today's knowledge-driven society. Since 1990, The Best of Our Knowledge has highlighted breakthroughs across disciplines and across the globe, putting you in touch with the men and women at the forefront of their fields. Each week this program examines some of the issues unique to college campuses, looks at the latest research, and invites commentary from experts and administrators from all levels of education.

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