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Amid coronavirus, educators learn to differentiate, add choice with tech
A variety of online tools helped educators expand their approaches to lessons during shutdowns — and they plan to keep them in their toolkits.
By Lauren Barack • July 8, 2020 -
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Survey: Students relatively positive on distance learning, but obstacles remain
A YouthTruth survey of 20,000 students finds Black and Latinx students report more obstacles to learning, and female and nonbinary students experience more mental health struggles.
By Roger Riddell • July 7, 2020 -
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Uncertain educational environment requires shift in PD
A former National Teacher of the Year finalist who's now a professor of practice suggests a focus on trauma-informed practices, as well as team-building and collaboration.
By Shawna De La Rosa • June 22, 2020 -
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Rapid switch to online learning created cybersecurity risks
With uncertainty around distance learning during the upcoming school year, experts say planning for cybersecurity will be difficult.
By Shawna De La Rosa • June 19, 2020 -
3 coronavirus challenges for curriculum directors this fall
Administrators are facing tighter budgets along with a need to establish expectations and adopt resources that fit multiple paths.
By Lauren Barack • June 17, 2020 -
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King: US faces 'pivot point' in getting students access to internet, devices
The former education secretary's comments come as more than 500 superintendents say connectivity gaps would hinder fall distance learning.
By Linda Jacobson • June 17, 2020 -
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Q&ACurricular Counsel: How a South Carolina district weathered the pandemic, prepped for next year
A well-planned device program enabled Greenville County Schools to transition to e-learning relatively smoothly, but its approach is still being tweaked.
By Roger Riddell • June 10, 2020 -
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Report: Most districts lacked clear plans in shift to remote learning
The authors said leaving decisions about instruction and student progress up to schools and teachers can hurt those who face "the greatest challenges."
By Linda Jacobson • June 9, 2020 -
Study finds connections between school climate and attendance — but not much
As schools redefine attendance during distance learning, researcher Dan Hamlin finds reducing absenteeism may be "beyond the control of schools."
By Linda Jacobson • June 2, 2020 -
Informal outlets will power remote summer learning opportunities
Videoconferencing and social media remain critical tools to stem learning loss as the pandemic disrupts education opportunities over the break.
By Lauren Barack • May 13, 2020 -
For many students, teacher feedback is the new grading system
Educators say responding to students’ work is important for keeping them motivated, but what used to take moments in the classroom can now take days.
By Linda Jacobson • April 30, 2020 -
Ed Department IDEA waiver requests create need for 'clarity and certainty'
IEP meeting timeline and reevaluation requirements would remain untouched if Congress approves the request, requiring districts to find ways to continue providing those services.
By Naaz Modan • April 29, 2020 -
3 cybersecurity tips crucial to secure student information in remote learning
The rush to transition online as the coronavirus pandemic closed schools leaves users and networks vulnerable to threats both familiar and new. District tech experts share advice for mitigating risks.
By Roger Riddell • April 24, 2020 -
Efforts to maintain sense of community in virtual classrooms strengthen SEL
A former teacher turned well-being specialist says building time for students to collaborate sustains a sense of normalcy and boosts learning.
By Lauren Barack • April 22, 2020 -
Report: Teachers' pre-pandemic digital material use remained limited
Experts say states and districts should provide more guidance on integrating supplemental digital resources into instruction, especially in virtual classrooms.
By Linda Jacobson • April 16, 2020 -
3 ways professional development is addressing the 'sharp learning curve' of teaching online
The push to go remote due to the coronavirus pandemic can be overwhelming, but revamped PD approaches are making the switch more manageable.
By Naaz Modan • April 16, 2020 -
Assigning and assessing students' challenges amid broader pandemic pressures
Uneven access to tech, pressures on parents and basic essentials require consideration of students' home lives alongside academics.
By Lauren Barack • April 15, 2020 -
4 strategies to keep tech support rolling through COVID-19 shutdowns
Hotlines, drop-off device repair centers and remote troubleshooting are among solutions offered during the pandemic-induced transition to online learning.
By Naaz Modan • April 15, 2020 -
As summer nears, school districts begin 'scenario planning'
It's unclear whether in-person summer learning will be possible, but a few options are beginning to emerge.
By Linda Jacobson • April 14, 2020 -
Remote instruction presents opportunity to empower self-directed learning skills
A former teacher and administrator encourages educators and parents now facilitating that role to allot more time for self-discovery.
By Lauren Barack • April 1, 2020 -
Ensuring e-learning equity takes time
A New Hampshire elementary teacher advises easing into remote learning as much as possible for the sake of students and educators alike.
By Lauren Barack • March 25, 2020 -
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Educators 'scrambling' to continue special ed services as nearly all states close schools
U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos said it was "extremely disappointing" districts opted to close without remote learning "out of fear" they would be unable to serve students with disabilities.
By Naaz Modan • March 23, 2020 -
FCC waives E-rate gift rules as coronavirus closures highlight remote learning inequity
Participants in the federal telecommunications discount program can now accept free services and equipment to facilitate home connectivity for students.
By Roger Riddell • March 20, 2020 -
Present and accounted for? Coronavirus-related school closures create attendance challenges
Experts say regardless of the method used to track e-learning participation, ongoing contact with students will be essential.
By Linda Jacobson • March 19, 2020 -
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Q&AWashington's state superintendent shares his coronavirus strategy
Chris Reykdal explains how districts in affected areas are responding and what education leaders nationwide can learn from one of the first states impacted.
By Naaz Modan • March 6, 2020
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