Curriculum: Page 74
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Deep Dive
School redesigns accommodate today's (and tomorrow's) teachers and learners
In open, flexible environments, "it’s the space and the instructional strategies that work together."
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 22, 2017 -
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The school that Khan built
In what could be the ultimate example of flipped learning, Khan Lab School students and teachers learn and work downstairs from Khan Academy, the repository of online educational videos founded by educator Salman Khan.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 21, 2017 -
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TrendlineLearning 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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SEL bolsters math achievement for San Francisco USD
San Francisco's mathematics supervisor says incorporating concepts like persistence and growth mindset into math instruction has created an environment where students are comfortable making mistakes and trying again.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 21, 2017 -
Massachusetts legislation allows instruction in students' home language
Supporters of the bill, including some members of the legislature, said they know English immersion doesn’t work for every student.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 20, 2017 -
Does noting a subject's difficulty hold students back?
One educator found that middle school students could succeed at high school math if they didn't know that it was intended for higher grade levels.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 20, 2017 -
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Tech and early childhood: Speakers say digital tools should be 'interactive with interaction'
A session at the National Association for the Education of Young Children's annual conference highlighted Fred Rogers' influence on the use of media with the youngest students.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 20, 2017 -
Deep Dive
How can educators blend rigor with early-childhood education practices?
As part of a partnership in New Jersey, researchers examined how children in K-3 are currently spending their day.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 17, 2017 -
Tech offers opportunities to expand, enhance SEL
Videoconferencing, for example, can help foster cross-cultural empathy by connecting students around the world.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 17, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Recess: An ode to the hand turkey
Can this simple assignment be for more than just the birds?
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 17, 2017 -
Journaling helps students strengthen writing skills, build relationships
Journaling provides a time for self-reflection, development of arguments and ideas, and the creation of narrative seeds that can be shared later on a larger stage in the classroom or online.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 17, 2017 -
Delaware's Pathways program considered a model for the nation
Pathways exist in fields such as manufacturing, computer science, finance and hospitality management.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 16, 2017 -
Schools get creative to encourage physical activity
The goal of less-traditional approaches to curriculum is to incorporate activities that students are more likely to enjoy and pursue outside of school as well.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 14, 2017 -
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Pre-to-3: Early educators head to Atlanta
A featured session at the National Association for the Education of Young Children’s annual conference is set to focus on technology use in early childhood.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 10, 2017 -
Positive after-school settings can boost students' academic performance
The study focuses on 256 mostly black and Hispanic elementary and middle school students attending five after-school programs operated by a large nonprofit organization.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 8, 2017 -
Festivals can spark math interests in children, families
School math events can help parents better understand current instructional practices and aid with students' homework.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 8, 2017 -
Principals support SEL efforts, but want more teacher training
School leaders widely agree SEL can contribute to a positive school climate, improve relationships between students and teachers, and decrease bullying.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 7, 2017 -
How did a Spanish teacher boost engagement through Minecraft?
The game offers opportunities to immerse language learners in a virtual environment requiring them to communicate using only that language.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 7, 2017 -
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Schools creating new structures to encourage student voice
One superintendent says the biggest hurdle is "letting go and allowing kids to lead."
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 6, 2017 -
Deep Dive6 administrators share strategies to gain — and maintain — student engagement
From design thinking to relevant lesson planning, these tactics have shown results in a variety of school environments.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 6, 2017 -
For PBL success, don't get overwhelmed
An instructional coach recommends first and foremost that educators adopting project-based learning "don't go crazy."
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 6, 2017 -
Study: Blending curriculum, PD can help novice teachers improve
A model studied by Mathematic Policy Research includes five institutes throughout the year, on-site coaching and online support.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 6, 2017 -
Engineering by Design program helps integrate STEM into curriculum
New York standards-based STEM curriculum helps learning come alive in project-based scenarios.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 6, 2017 -
Coal-mined land may become Kentucky ed cooperative's drone lab
The now-unusable land could see second life as a location to expand STEM learning opportunities to a region in need of an economic turnaround.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 3, 2017 -
New SETDA resource shares digital material procurement best practices
While there's no one-size-fits-all solution for every state or district, bits and pieces of advice from each can assist in crafting the right approach.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 2, 2017 -
Resources to teach financial literacy skills in K-12 are increasing
Basic money principles are among the most practical and valuable skills students can learn.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 2, 2017
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