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The value of assessment in an uncertain school year
While pushback remains on high-stakes tests, curriculum experts say gauging what students learned during spring is crucial to allocate time and supports.
By Naaz Modan • Aug. 12, 2020 -
Report: Students are not spending enough time writing
Though grammar instruction alone doesn't improve writing outcomes, research shows English instruction for many students focuses on the topic.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Aug. 12, 2020 -
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Our latest K-12 Dive Trendline takes a closer look at how educators are addressing learning loss, as well as achievement trends and developments.
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Summer Reading: How deep will learning losses be as students return?
The amount of learning loss educators contend with following a typical summer will be compounded this year by coronavirus-related shutdowns.
Aug. 11, 2020 -
Pop culture is a gateway to connect academics to real world
Experts say educators can engage students by tapping into their interests such as zombies, music or TikTok and embedding them in subjects from creative writing to math.
By Lauren Barack • Aug. 5, 2020 -
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Navigating cyberbullying more difficult amid COVID-19, but there are options
Among steps educators can take are limiting when students' cameras are on during online lessons and embracing digital citizenship curriculum.
By Lauren Barack • Aug. 5, 2020 -
Adapting CTE programs to remote environments could expand access beyond COVID-19
Necessary hands-on work has been largely in-person until now, but there are ways to adjust virtual programs so students gain the experience.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Aug. 5, 2020 -
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As new school year approaches, how will districts address the 'COVID slide'?
Prolonged spring closures and uneven remote approaches require preparation for a variety of responses to address learning loss, administrators say.
By Natalie Gross • July 30, 2020 -
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COVID-19 data adds real-world impact to curriculum, but sensitivity is a must
A Central Utah math teacher is taking advantage of public statistics to let students process and document the pandemic from an academic view.
By Lauren Barack • July 29, 2020 -
New York City charter school's reopening plan built around most vulnerable students
One thing the Brooklyn school will address is online options, which some experts say could have long-term impact on curriculum delivery.
By Shawna De La Rosa • July 29, 2020 -
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California students program robots remotely during distance learning
A pair of enterprising Compton summer school instructors used cameras and a giant world map to let students command their robots' travels between nations.
By Roger Riddell • July 29, 2020 -
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Fast Forward: Is it time for project-based curriculum to replace traditional model?
Some districts implemented a degree of project-based learning assessed through feedback during coronavirus shutdowns this spring — changes some experts say could remain after the pandemic wanes.
By Naaz Modan • July 28, 2020 -
Exploring difficult topics in curriculum requires care, planning
Efforts to expand the focus of curriculum standards in states like Texas spur a need to consider strategies for handling polarizing topics in classrooms.
By Lauren Barack • July 22, 2020 -
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Educator: Students need social connection, clear plans in online learning
A New York City 4th grade teacher found maintaining structure and creating outlets for students to collaborate virtually were essential to remote success.
By Shawna De La Rosa • July 22, 2020 -
Report: Analyzing student relationships key to closing opportunity gaps
When educators focus on rebuilding relationships in the fall, understanding students' social capital can help align critical supports, according to a report from the Clayton Christensen Institute.
By Naaz Modan • July 22, 2020 -
Supporting special needs students during remote IEP meetings, learning
There are several ways educators can help make special needs students comfortable in virtual IEP gatherings and remote environments this fall.
By Lauren Barack • July 15, 2020 -
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Curricular Counsel: 4 ed leaders detail adjustments to learning models for fall
When schools reopen to whatever extent they're able to, educators will have weighed a variety of new approaches to grading, student anxiety and more.
By Roger Riddell • July 15, 2020 -
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Etiquette, structure key to facilitating remote discussions
Selecting a student leader to guide conversations can also maintain a productive dynamic encouraging inclusivity, writes a teacher and debate coach.
By Shawna De La Rosa • July 15, 2020 -
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NWEA: Rethink online assessments, student growth in wake of COVID-19
The nonprofit assessment provider suggests leaders invest in aligning with hybrid and distance learning, adjusting to ensure equity and transparency.
By Naaz Modan • July 15, 2020 -
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Summer Reading: Coronavirus and the future of assessment
With many districts planning to begin the school year remotely or in hybrid models, the environment is ripe to reevaluate and reimagine practices.
July 14, 2020 -
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California district creates remote learning team to alleviate pressure on teachers
The team of six to eight educators will produce online lessons for all subjects and grade levels in a video studio being opened by the district.
By Shawna De La Rosa • July 13, 2020 -
Study: More than half of students lost 39% of year's learning over summer
An examination of 200 million test scores for 18 million students in grades 1-6 over five summers also highlights the role of socioeconomic factors.
By Shawna De La Rosa • July 10, 2020 -
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Structure in curriculum builds lifelong skills
Experts say young learners in particular benefit from having routines built into learning, but the benefits of unstructured learning must also be balanced.
By Lauren Barack • July 8, 2020 -
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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 -
Coronavirus puts information literacy in curriculum spotlight
Social media and smart phones have exponentially expanded access to and spread of information, making it more crucial that students learn to vet sources.
By Shawna De La Rosa • July 8, 2020 -
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Pitting mental health against safety, national leaders point to SEL in school reopening debate
Schools' ability to provide mental health support is taking center stage as some say it's not immediately feasible, while others say there's a middle ground.
By Naaz Modan • July 8, 2020
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