Oregon district's IT nightmare highlights need for disaster plans

Right before the school year, Beaverton School District administrators found their data center completely offline with a number of hard drives unable to reboot.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 5, 2018

Retention, Amazon and SOTU: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on how this year's flu season is impacting schools and more here.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 2, 2018

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Cybersecurity in K-12 Education

From the growing and persistent threat of ransomware attacks to concerns about vendors’ practices, schools have become increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks amid digital transitions.

By K-12 Dive staff

Ed shouldn't invest heavily in VR yet, but experimentation is key

The cost is still prohibitively high, but those who can experiment now will be better positioned for broader use later.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 2, 2018

FETC: How can administrators ensure digital-age classrooms are best serving learners?

In a few short years, every K-12 student will have been born in the 21st century, but none of their teachers will be.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 1, 2018

Rural Kentucky co-op expands digital access to mental health services

Referrals for mental health and poor behavior are reportedly down across the 70 Kentucky Valley Educational Cooperative schools using the program.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 1, 2018

Tweet away: Social media can be a powerful classroom tool

Incorporating these platforms into curriculum isn't a simple leap, but there's value in students' familiarity with them and the benefits they offer.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 31, 2018

FETC, assessment and institutional innovation: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on higher ed affordability, creativity in schools and more here.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 26, 2018

Innovative classroom design requires shift to 'designer' mindset

Embracing that shift requires navigating the hundreds of "micro-decisions" made about classrooms every day to find the choices students would love to make, says Director of Innovative Learning Robert Dillon.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 24, 2018

It's on administrators to create future-ready schools

School and district leaders must foster tech engagement from the "pockets of innovation" among faculty and staff, even as there’s pressure to teach to tests.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 24, 2018

NWEA unveils K-3 reading fluency test

Researchers and teachers weigh in on using computer and in-person assessments.

By Linda Jacobson • Jan. 24, 2018

Ed Dept FERPA ruling may signal greater responsiveness to privacy complaints

The ruling against a virtual school clearly states families can't be required to waive rights under privacy laws as a condition of enrollment or receipt of educational services.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 22, 2018

Alternative training programs can help solve the STEM teacher shortage

Transforming teachers into scientists and scientists into teachers can also increase diversity in the field.

By Amelia Harper • Jan. 22, 2018

What's on the horizon for ed tech in 2018?

We asked four experts what they see as the biggest trends — and what they're most wary of.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 18, 2018

Move toward less centralization gaining traction in school security

New approaches to visitor management and including staff members in decisions about safety strategies are also trending.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 18, 2018

Tech tools boost learning from STEM to the arts, but aren't a shortcut for hard work

Apps and handheld devices are helping students learn to play musical instruments, practice compositions, and even write musical scores.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 17, 2018

Put students at the heart of social media policies to enhance learning

The variety of platforms can benefit the classroom and teach digital citizenship.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 17, 2018

6 K-12 trends to watch in 2018

Efforts to rethink the existing model and the impact of ESSA implementation will continue shaping education this year.

By Roger Riddell , Linda Jacobson • Jan. 16, 2018

Online learning an alternative for snow days — but caution is necessary

Administrators must consider students' home internet access and learning needs before implementing "eLearning Day" plans.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 16, 2018

Innovative pre-K and school climate: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on teacher hiring best practices, online enrollments and more here.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 12, 2018

Tech helps California students produce award-winning media

Students at Rancho Minerva Middle School have put their digital media skills to the test, producing a short film that won a national award and influenced district purchasing.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 12, 2018

Ravitch: Technology is a tool, not a panacea

Technology can bring risks to students if not used appropriately and thoughtfully.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 10, 2018

Technical writing opens literacy learning opportunities in computer science

Focusing on computational literacy and the importance of verbs in programming can help educators strengthen coding instruction and literacy skills.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 10, 2018

Pennsylvania administrator says meaningful innovation requires sky-high goals

Schools must strive to improve by at least 10 times to overcome obstacles presented by policies and slow rates of change, according to Samuel Mormando.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 9, 2018

'Bomb cyclone' brings widespread school closure, but e-days loom as future solution

The giant winter storm brought poor road conditions, frigid temperatures that caused school heating issues, and a need for cities to use school parking lots to allow for snow plow access on roads.

By Amelia Harper • Jan. 8, 2018

Higher ed trends and K-12 administrators to watch: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on districts to watch, makerspaces and nontraditional classroom furniture here!

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 5, 2018