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Brian D. Ray

Brian D. Ray, Ph.D., is president of the National Home Education Research Institute and is internationally known for his research on homeschooling. He serves as an expert witness in courts and legislatures and is a former classroom teacher and professor. He holds a B.S. in biology from the University of Puget Sound, an M.S. in zoology from Ohio University, and a Ph.D. in science education from Oregon State University.

Articles by Brian D. Ray

The Academic and Social Benefits of Homeschooling

May 13, 2020 · Brian D. Ray and Carlos Valiente · Comments Off

Homeschooling works. The roughly 2 million children who currently learn at home join a millennia-old practice supported by many government officials, scholars, college officials, and employers. While mainstream America has … Continue reading “The Academic and Social Benefits of Homeschooling”

Undoing “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion” Requires Alumni Effort May 29, 2023
An historic battle is waging over the future of higher education in the U.S. And the stakes couldn’t be higher. The presenting issues are critical social justice theory and freedom … Continue reading “Undoing “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion” Requires Alumni Effort”
How Our College Leaders “Cull the Herd” May 26, 2023
Every so often, one of our college leaders blurts out the truth about their feelings and beliefs. In their public pronouncements, they always try to appear reasonable, when they’re actually … Continue reading “How Our College Leaders “Cull the Herd””
The Department of Education’s “Secret Shoppers” May 25, 2023
Students around the country pay top dollar and take on mountains of debt to earn a degree. They hope doing so will pay dividends in the future. But some colleges … Continue reading “The Department of Education’s “Secret Shoppers””