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Going green: Seeding schools with ecology and recycling programs
An ecology curriculum can bloom beyond the classroom walls.
By Lauren Barack • July 9, 2018 -
Some DC parents worry dual-language programs mean gentrification
Dual-language charter schools in Washington, D.C. tend to be disproportionately white, but such programs show academic benefits for students, regardless of their native language.
By Linda Jacobson • July 6, 2018 -
Trendline
Learning Loss
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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Weighing the benefits of game-based technology in schools
The decision to gamify a curriculum may lie in the answer to most things — moderation.
By Lauren Barack • July 6, 2018 -
Learning handwriting in the digital age
Ohio lawmakers decide elementary students should learn cursive.
By Lauren Barack • July 5, 2018 -
Deep Dive
PD organization, others push emphasis on curriculum materials
Researchers are increasingly pointing to the potential that schools’ choices of curriculum materials have to improve student learning and success.
By Linda Jacobson • July 5, 2018 -
Online classes give students a digital edge
As online learning options grow, students exposed to digital classes may have an advantage.
By Lauren Barack • July 3, 2018 -
5 cool ed tech tools we saw at ISTE 2018
Robots for STEM and autism, increasingly interoperable platforms and more to keep an eye on.
By Roger Riddell • July 3, 2018 -
Nonprofit updates popular digital citizenship materials
As digital tools change, so too must the way educators teach children how to be safe online.
By Lauren Barack • July 2, 2018 -
Detroit schools superintendent proposes expansion of pathways to college
High school students could potentially earn college credit through collaboration with higher education institutions and community partners, such as the zoo.
By Linda Jacobson • June 29, 2018 -
Arts teachers lack training in working with students who have special needs
The Kennedy Center's Jenna Gabriel writes that the arts provide increased opportunities for inclusion.
By Linda Jacobson • June 29, 2018 -
Getting kids to embrace reading is only part of the fun
Summer reading programs are getting a makeover with escape rooms, ukulele workshops and Harry Potter birthday parties.
By Lauren Barack • June 28, 2018 -
Changing classroom layouts impacts students' academic, emotional outcomes
School culture is also key — from educators modeling empathy to helping students feel they belong — among crucial building blocks to motivating students to learn.
By Lauren Barack • June 27, 2018 -
Bringing career readiness skills into the school day
Administrators should consider offering ways to master work skills throughout the K-12 educational experience.
By Lauren Barack • June 27, 2018 -
Why students should have more agency in their learning
When students have a voice in their education, they can become more motivated to learn.
By Lauren Barack • June 27, 2018 -
Seattle schools support students through HS transition
Students need guardrails as they advance into what can be a time of increased risk between childhood and adulthood.
By Lauren Barack • June 27, 2018 -
Deep Dive
Tuesday at ISTE 2018: 'Tech Rabbi' inspires, ISTE U announced, educators 'Ditch the Textbook'
The K-12 IT mega-gathering rolled into its second day with a GM partnership around artificial intelligence and more.
By Roger Riddell • June 26, 2018 -
Deep Dive
Monday at ISTE 2018: Neuroscience, ed leader standards and student data privacy
Couldn't make it to Chicago? We've got you covered with a rundown of some of the most interesting events and announcements from this year's show.
By Roger Riddell • June 25, 2018 -
Teaching students their voice matters, one story at a time
High school journalism programs combine real-world skills, collaboration and communication.
By Lauren Barack • June 20, 2018 -
Makerspaces necessitate greater mindfulness of gender bias in STEM
All students are makers, and educators are well-positioned to encourage that line of thinking.
By Lauren Barack • June 20, 2018 -
How rural districts can expand students' learning horizons
Online classes can bring specialized subjects to small schools.
By Lauren Barack • June 20, 2018 -
Ditching the timed test
Students can show what they’ve learned without making them sharpen a No. 2 pencil and fill in bubbles.
By Lauren Barack • June 20, 2018 -
Introducing some creative flair to math sparks interest
Art can help students visualize math concepts and bring some creativity and fun to learning while stimulating the brain.
By Lauren Barack • June 20, 2018 -
AP courses losing favor among more high schools
Eight elite private high schools in the Washington, D.C., area announced they are phasing out AP classes, saying the courses are so common many colleges no longer find them "noteworthy."
By Amelia Harper • June 19, 2018 -
STEM-focused program will test high-schoolers' soft skills
Students can submit their scores as part of college admission materials or when they apply for jobs, internships or other career-focused opportunities.
By Linda Jacobson • June 18, 2018 -
Opinion
'Hamilton' helps bring history to life
A New York City student performs spoken word focusing on Phillis Wheatley's "personal history in context of what is happening in our country today."
By Yadry Monsanto • June 15, 2018
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