Rural student enrollment in AP Computer Science Principles course more than doubles

Besides rural students, the College Board is making efforts to recruit more girls and underrepresented students into STEM classes.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Dec. 11, 2019

Report: Popular online teaching materials 'poorly aligned' with academic standards

Websites reviewed by the Thomas B. Fordham Institute say teacher ratings are critical to determining content quality, but experts suggest the ratings may not be reliable.

By Naaz Modan • Dec. 10, 2019

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Reconsidering lessons and resources to promote body positivity

SEL activities can help build understanding in the classroom, which may also have an impact on bullying.

By Lauren Barack • Dec. 4, 2019

Kentucky district adopts unconventional process to fish for gifted students

The approach measures how quickly students respond to and think creatively about lessons presented on unusual topics with no prior exposure.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Dec. 4, 2019

Texas likely to expand ethnic studies curriculum with African American history course

The course outline would begin centuries prior to the arrival of enslaved Africans in America, with a goal of showing students African civilizations were as sophisticated as those in Europe.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Dec. 3, 2019

Recess, physical ed help students build sense of community

Playtime provides opportunities to build positive connections during the school day while strengthening culture and crucial SEL skills.

By Lauren Barack • Nov. 27, 2019

Will synthetic animals lead schools to cut the real thing from dissections?

Synthetic frogs are expensive but reusable, and they avoid exposing students to carcinogens like formaldehyde.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Nov. 27, 2019

3 ways state agencies, nonprofits transport students beyond the classroom

A variety of partnerships nationwide are giving students a chance to learn first-hand in fields experiencing labor shortages.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Nov. 20, 2019

Chicago school adds structured play to boost social skills, learning

Eliza Chappell Elementary School administrators hope skills like conflict resolution picked up through play spill over into the classroom.

By Lauren Barack • Nov. 20, 2019

Is productive struggle the secret sauce in learning?

An instructional coach says allowing students to struggle through to a solution develops grit and perseverance, which will serve them well in the workforce.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Nov. 20, 2019

5 steps to addressing impeachment in classroom discussions

While covering the Trump impeachment inquiries could "come at a cost" because of the topic's partisan nature, experts say it is an invaluable teaching moment if done with tact.

By Naaz Modan • Nov. 20, 2019

Beyond NAEP: Experts seek ways to address US 'reading crisis'

A new Educational Testing Service report recommends ways assessments can better diagnose gaps in knowledge and improve learning.

By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 18, 2019

Curricular Counsel: How a Minnesota district looks beyond assessment to measure success

For Assistant Superintendent Jana Hennen-Burr, the community's role in developing strategies around student outcomes is a critical piece of the puzzle.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 13, 2019

To foster a joy of reading in students, abandon time logs

A 5th-grade teacher found eliminating process-driven tasks, which made reading feel more like a chore than a fun activity, developed more confident, enthusiastic readers.

By Lauren Barack • Nov. 13, 2019

New Jersey, Illinois among latest to mandate LGBTQIA curriculum

As more states pass laws requiring inclusive curriculum, a dearth of resources continues presenting a challenge in implementation.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Nov. 13, 2019

For better college essays, focus on helping students write about themselves

The task is an uncomfortable one for many, but a number of strategies and resources are available to help put students at ease.

By Lauren Barack • Nov. 6, 2019

3 ways to expand Native American curriculum beyond Thanksgiving myths

Because generalizations tied to the holiday don't paint the whole picture of the numerous cultures that were spread across the Americas, experts say schools should encourage students to "dig deeper." 

By Lauren Barack • Nov. 6, 2019

Census Bureau launches Statistics In Schools program ahead of 2020 Census

Experts suggest incorporating statistics and data collection into curriculum could further students' job opportunities later in life.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Nov. 6, 2019

5 big challenges confronting districts — and how they're overcoming them

Balancing school security with a nurturing environment and recovering from teacher strikes are among challenges districts will continue to face in the coming year.

By Naaz Modan • Nov. 6, 2019

Integrating social-emotional learning in PE nets gains for schools

As emphasis on "whole child" education grows, experts suggest physical education is an ideal place to thread social-emotional learning throughout curriculum.

By Naaz Modan • Nov. 6, 2019

US students show low-to-medium tech skills

A 12-country international study shows just because students grow up with digital devices doesn’t mean they have "sophisticated" skills.

By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 5, 2019

Arts, SEL collaboration boosts school climate, assessment options

In the "whole-child" era, experts at a Turnaround Arts event described how the arts can help educators meet school goals and improve student learning.

By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 4, 2019

Dyslexia focus produces results for a Colorado public school

The Academy for Learning, Literacy & Innovation Excellence is the state's only public school designed for students with dyslexia, with interventions like small group sessions producing higher reading scores by year two.

By Lauren Barack • Oct. 30, 2019

Land management partnerships allow schools to provide hands-on outdoor learning opportunities

Students are able to experience land management responsibilities, conduct conservation projects, and learn how to operate tools while also giving back to the community and developing SEL skills.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Oct. 30, 2019

Gallup: Pairing creativity, tech boosts student outcomes

A new report also finds that while traditional tests and rote learning are outdated, a large number of students still report spending a lot of time learning how to do well on standardized tests.

By Naaz Modan • Oct. 30, 2019