3 steps for integrating art into other classes

A history teacher outlines ways educators can use art works as a teaching tool for another subject.

By Lauren Barack • Oct. 7, 2020

State ed chiefs ponder coronavirus-era assessment challenges, solutions

Difficulties in proctoring valid and equitable summative assessments raise the potential for nontraditional approaches to measure learning in 2020-21.

By Kara Arundel • Oct. 6, 2020

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Educators are exploring a variety of strategies to improve students’ learning experiences while continuing to navigate ongoing political disputes.

By K-12 Dive staff

Higher ed partnerships expand high school curricular horizons

High school and college partnerships help students learn about next steps after graduating and provide guidance on higher ed success.

By Lauren Barack • Sept. 30, 2020

Leading math instruction with deeper questions can boost student interest

Having students justify their steps helps develop greater conceptual understanding, a 9th-grade teacher writes.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Sept. 30, 2020

How IBM aims to support STEM pathways for Hispanic students

The tech giant is working with P-TECH schools and also launching a program to match 1,000 IBM employee mentors with students.

By Sheryl Estrada • Sept. 30, 2020

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

How 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

From 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

Curricular 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

3 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

Curricular 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

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

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