Pearson looks to the future with focus fully on ed

The company, which recently sold off its media investments, does roughly $5 billion in schools-related business in the United States alone.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 24, 2015

Over 8,000 Boston students still lack a school assignment

With the first day of school just three weeks away, a software glitch has district employees scrambling to place students.  

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 24, 2015

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Top 5 stories from K-12 Dive

K-12 Dive has gathered some a selection of our best coverage as a one-stop resource on the trends to watch in the months ahead.

By K-12 Dive staff

Cheating prevention and Amplify's sale: The week's most-read education news

Fall behind? Get caught up on digital transcripts' 'quiet revolution' and more right here!

By Roger Riddell • Aug. 21, 2015

91% of parents want computer science in schools

A Gallup poll finds that most believe computer science instruction is a good use of school resources.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 21, 2015

Top teaching colleges start students in the classroom early

In order to be successful, teaching students need to meet a high bar, practice the craft, and integrate technology.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 21, 2015

Amplify AP computer science MOOC spins off as Edhesive

The online AP course package was administered to roughly 2,000 high schoolers this year and had lower attrition than most similar online courses.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 21, 2015

As E-rate expands broadband access, more questions arise

One expert questions if schools and teachers are ready for the possibilities more technology offers.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 20, 2015

Lessons from Common Core testing — without the data

District Administration looks at how districts can improve, even before results from the latest round of tests are available.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 20, 2015

Tech innovation transforming the school library

Across the country, librarians are rethinking what kind of services they should provide.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 19, 2015

Gates Foundation invests $2M in Edcamp

The informal gatherings, or 'unconferences,' of educators, entrepreneurs, and others offer a chance to test new ideas and collaborate. 

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 18, 2015

New PD from Hobsons, Gallup focuses on teachers' strengths

The partnership will use online courses and in-person coaching to help teachers develop their particular aptitudes.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 18, 2015

How a California middle school opened access to STEM

Los Alisos Middle School worked with Project Lead the Way to expand its offerings.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 17, 2015

Online speech therapy program helps fill gaps for rural district

After struggling to hire a qualified speech therapist, California's Lone Pine adopted PresenceLearning.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 17, 2015

San Francisco to add computer science for all students

In an interview with Education Week, the district’s STEM chief said he hopes other districts follow suit. 

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 14, 2015

Pittsburgh adopts online badges to reward summer learning

The Pittsburgh City of Learning gives students a digital portfolio of skills learned to show prospective employers or colleges.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 14, 2015

Amplify for sale as News Corp fails to find profit in ed

The media giant's education unit had trouble finding profitability as rollouts of its tablet program faced issues early on.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 14, 2015

Districts find 21st century solutions for missing textbooks

At the start of the school year, figuring out how many textbooks are in stock and where they are is a major challenge for many districts.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 13, 2015

Online tutoring programs adding support after school

Students now expect to be able to learn when and where they want. Can online tutoring programs help schools respond?

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 12, 2015

4 alternatives to zero tolerance discipline

As national conversations over race and discipline gain steam, schools have a variety of choices.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 12, 2015

Google launches teacher training center

The tech giant now provides tips and training for teachers using its classroom tools.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 11, 2015

For 1:1 success, administrators must plan beyond the device

Even the best-prepared school district can run afoul of less obvious problems, from a lack of longterm goals or a missing consensus.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 11, 2015

Educators turning to DIY resource banks

As educators build databases of open education resources, a few tips for administrators on how to make them work better.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 10, 2015

Kansas' teacher shortage and fundraising deans: The week's most-read education news

Fall behind? Get caught up on the benefits of ed tech for students with disabilities, McGraw-Hill's testing shift, and more right here!

By Roger Riddell • Aug. 7, 2015

Can classroom observations help prevent teacher turnover?

One Wisconsin charter network with a track record of retention says giving teachers plenty of feedback is key to keeping them around.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 7, 2015

The arts find a role in 21st century education

As districts continue to cut arts instruction, more evidence is emerging about key skills developed in art classes.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 6, 2015