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Study: Schools still struggle with distance learning, but key solutions are emerging
Analyses of 12 district and charter schools identified best practices and lessons learned, finding no one “right” way to perform distance learning.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Sept. 23, 2020 -
The play must go on: Moving arts ed forward during COVID-19
Schools are limited in ways to support performing arts instruction and stage events, but educators and associations have found ways to adapt opportunities in-person and online.
By Lauren Barack • Sept. 22, 2020 -
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From AI to quantum physics, STEM learning opportunities in K-12 are expanding to keep pace with related fields.
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Deep DiveHow the pandemic is shifting school comms strategies for English learners
Amid the pandemic transition to virtual models, districts have evolved their approaches to ensure ELL students and families remain engaged and informed.
By Katie Navarra • Sept. 17, 2020 -
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Q&ACurricular Counsel: Memphis academic chief talks turnaround plans, COVID-19 lessons learned
Antonio Burt's reputation for school improvement will be put to its latest test when state-run schools return to district control in 2024.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 16, 2020 -
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OpinionFrom vampires to viruses: Helping students understand exponential growth
University of Oxford Professor Marcus Du Sautoy offers easy to digest ways to explain exponential growth and the math behind viral spread.
By Marcus du Sautoy • Sept. 16, 2020 -
Report: Most educators aren't equipped for student-centered learning
Researchers say the pandemic-induced shift to virtual learning is a "perfect" catalyst for personalized learning, but more PD is needed for success.
By Naaz Modan • Sept. 11, 2020 -
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Helping middle-schoolers build self-regulation skills remotely
The middle grades are a key time for core social-emotional development, and there are a variety of strategies to continue that progress virtually.
By Lauren Barack • Sept. 9, 2020 -
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Presentation and choice fuel accessibility — in-person or remote
Being mindful of resource design also contributes to inclusive spaces that promote the success of all students.
By Lauren Barack • Sept. 9, 2020 -
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Student engagement remains a challenge in distance learning
With collaboration and enhanced professional development, educators can liven up online lessons for meaningful, supportive learning.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Sept. 9, 2020 -
As budget cuts loom, sustaining the arts is among K-12 challenges
A recent report on Chicago Public Schools highlights progress in expanding arts education access, but tighter funds will necessitate creative planning.
By Lauren Barack • Sept. 2, 2020 -
Consistency, structure key to ADHD students' remote learning success
Designating distraction-free spaces, scheduling sessions at the same times daily and establishing individual learning targets are among suggested strategies from experts.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Sept. 2, 2020 -
Districts, teachers seize Black Lives Matter moment for curriculum inclusivity
The reinvigorated movement sparked a wave of interest from educators nationwide who want to know what they can do to help implement change.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Aug. 26, 2020 -
How to engage youngest learners in remote learning
One educator suggests calming students with familiar objects and routines, in addition to creating scenarios for them to interact with one another.
By Lauren Barack • Aug. 26, 2020 -
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Learning Policy Institute reopening framework emphasizes reinvented approach to K-12 education
“The pandemic has disrupted learning for an entire generation of students, from preschool through college,” said Linda Darling-Hammond, co-author of the framework. “We cannot return to business as usual.”
By Shawna De La Rosa • Aug. 26, 2020 -
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State of American Education: Issues of equity, reopenings, budgets loom large
In a Wednesday NASSP webinar, administrators and policymakers expressed concern about educator attrition and called for more representative curriculum.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 20, 2020 -
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Q&ACurricular Counsel: Arizona district develops 5 plans for reopening schools amid coronavirus
Buckeye Elementary School District Assistant Superintendent Mike Lee says while planning for an uncertain school year, the district also focused on building the first school named for the late Sen. John McCain.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 19, 2020 -
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Opinion3 ways to build online class culture
A teacher at an online-only school says connecting with students through video, email and phone has empowered her to create meaningful relationships that encourage students' success.
By Andrea Teske • Aug. 19, 2020 -
Study: Writing processes differ between proficient, lower-performing middle-schoolers
The research compared four process measures of student writers: fluency, local editing, macro-editing and interstitial pausing.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Aug. 19, 2020 -
Improving online learning through reflective practice
Reflective practice can identify the pros and cons of digital tools used this spring to encourage adoption of more flexible technology, experts say.
By Lauren Barack • Aug. 18, 2020 -
Chef's summer camp course demonstrates how virtual classes can embrace ambition
While pivoting to online learning was an often daunting challenge, planning and the right amount of guardrails can help maintain rigor in learning, experts say.
By Lauren Barack • Aug. 12, 2020 -
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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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
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