Deep Dive: Page 12
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6 administrators share strategies to gain — and maintain — student engagement
From design thinking to relevant lesson planning, these tactics have shown results in a variety of school environments.
Roger Riddell • Nov. 6, 2017 -
5 tech trends influencing student engagement
With distractions on the rise, what's proving most effective at gaining and maintaining students' attention in the classroom?
Jessica Leigh Brown • Nov. 6, 2017 -
Schools creating new structures to encourage student voice
One superintendent says the biggest hurdle is "letting go and allowing kids to lead."
Linda Jacobson • Nov. 6, 2017 -
Tech for ELL students can bridge content and digital learning gaps
English language learners are comprising a larger percentage of the country's student population, and a new white paper has ideas for how to help them succeed.
Pat Donachie • Nov. 6, 2017 -
It's time to address cybersecurity education, say policymakers
A leaky pipeline makes filling critical jobs difficult.
Shalina Chatlani • Nov. 2, 2017 -
School-university partnership helps Staten Island students develop 'college self-esteem'
The project expands into feeder middle and elementary schools.
Linda Jacobson • Oct. 31, 2017 -
Union-teacher coalition hopes to 'interrupt' dialogue about school improvement
The now-20-year-old Teacher Union Reform Network is issuing a document in advance of the Supreme Court's Janus decision.
Linda Jacobson • Oct. 30, 2017 -
Title IX is often framed as a student issue. But female administrators face discrimination, too.
Some women in leadership say they have been catcalled by men on campus, and others say harassment by male colleagues has stunted their desire to ascend to higher levels in their fields.
Autumn A. Arnett • Oct. 27, 2017 -
Texas presidents target K-12 pipeline
Realizing it's the only way to improve the regional economy — and national security — leaders of UT Tyler and UT Permian Basin tackle the preparedness gaps.
Autumn A. Arnett • Oct. 26, 2017 -
Experiential learning provides a chance to re-shape student and staff perspectives
Outward Bound celebrated its annual benefit dinner this week, with numerous alumni and educators espousing on the values and benefits of the organization.
Pat Donachie • Oct. 26, 2017 -
Rutgers launches new social justice prep program for future educators
Diversifying the teaching force isn't enough; educators from all backgrounds must know how to relate to an increasingly diverse student population.
Pat Donachie • Oct. 25, 2017 -
Schools fight spread of 'fake news' through news literacy lessons
Digital natives are astute when it comes to navigating social media, but researchers say "they are easily duped" by content.
Linda Jacobson • Oct. 24, 2017 -
Districts tap paraprofessionals to meet demand for special ed teachers
Familiarity with students can be a benefit, but the transition into new roles can also be a challenge.
Linda Jacobson • Oct. 19, 2017 -
Twitter chat recap: Experts offer advice to educators on engaging more of the underserved in STEM
In the second installment of our #DiveIntoSTEM Twitter chat, NASA scientists, mathematicians and AAAS experts offer advice to educators on making STEM more accessible.
Shalina Chatlani • Oct. 12, 2017 -
Dive Into STEM: Engaging diverse students requires an inward look
Educators across the spectrum have the power to inch students forward and build confidence in their abilities, rather than blaming them.
Shalina Chatlani • Oct. 12, 2017 -
Recess: How the heck do you approach Columbus Day?
In our first column taking a lighter look at educational issues, we consider the trouble in teaching who actually discovered America and the consequences of Columbus' exploration.
Roger Riddell • Oct. 6, 2017 -
Can VR be a tool for inspiring empathy in higher ed?
Increasingly, stakeholders across the education spectrum are investing in virtual reality to inspire empathy in students and make campus experiences more accessible.
Pat Donachie • Oct. 6, 2017 -
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New project hopes to learn which pre-K experiences lead to later school success
Harvard researchers hope other states will use the study’s design.
Linda Jacobson • Oct. 5, 2017 -
'De-colonizing the curriculum' critical to improving outcomes for students of color
Experts say an investment in more culturally relevant materials will go a long way.
Autumn A. Arnett • Oct. 5, 2017 -
Measuring social-emotional skills: Designs show current state of assessment
Most assessments focus on specific skills and aren't ready to be used on a large-scale basis.
Linda Jacobson • Sept. 27, 2017 -
How can states improve data innovation in ed systems?
Legislators must try to leverage advances in data innovation to ensure that their state's systems are up-to-date and accessible for educators and school leaders, according to a new report.
Pat Donachie • Sept. 27, 2017 -
3 critical digital course materials questions, answered
The influx of devices guarantees digital materials are here to stay — and there's more to them than you might expect
Roger Riddell • Sept. 25, 2017 -
Administrators consider teachers' professional learning needs in using digital, OER resources
Experts recommend redirecting textbook savings into teacher training.
Linda Jacobson • Sept. 25, 2017 -
How do you choose an open educational resource?
As classrooms go digital, OERs are gaining popularity — but discerning quality can take some additional research.
Jessica Leigh Brown • Sept. 25, 2017 -
Civics ed key to equity, improving discourse
In a turbulent political climate, civics is crucial to helping students engage with and process the world around them.
Shalina Chatlani and Autumn A. Arnett • Sept. 22, 2017
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