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Eric Stinton
Eric Stinton is a columnist for Civil Beat.
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Eric Stinton: School Phone Ban Is A Good Idea, But The Problem Runs Deeper
Like so many of the problems that teachers must cope with, the root of the problem lies at home.
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Eric Stinton: What Is A Protest That Follows The Rules?
Protests are meant to be disruptive.
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Eric Stinton: Here’s How To Approach Using AI In Schools
AI instruction should be harm-reduction through educating students about the pitfalls.
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Eric Stinton: Hawaiʻi Is In The Crosshairs Of A Dangerous Nuclear Policy
We can and should push our leaders to create and follow principles that are more just and effective.
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Eric Stinton: Be Tough On Public Education, But Also Be Thankful For It
When people care enough to criticize you thoughtfully, be grateful they don’t just dismiss you outright.
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Eric Stinton: Can Settlers Ever Be Pono In Hawaiʻi?
One Hawaiian cultural expert thinks unity among all cultures is possible. Another says no way.
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Eric Stinton: BJ Penn Needs Help, But He Doesn’t Seem To Know It
The former UFC champion has been arrested twice on the Big Island in the last week.
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Eric Stinton: Students Need A Better Reason Not To Cheat Using AI
Kids have been told the purpose of an education is to get ahead. Now is the time to rethink the value of classroom learning.