Bill would require Kentucky students to learn about the Holocaust

The state is one of 20 that state lawmakers pledged to introduce legislation requiring lessons on the Holocaust and other examples of genocide. 

By Linda Jacobson • March 27, 2018

After the Bell: DC charter schools extend the day to improve English learners' skills

A globally focused program connects students with their culture and improves their knowledge of the world.

By Linda Jacobson • March 26, 2018

Explore the Trendline➔

STEM

From AI to quantum physics, STEM learning opportunities in K-12 are expanding to keep pace with related fields.

By K-12 Dive staff

Breaking down districts' departmental silos key to long-term change

From the upper levels of district administration down to schools, more collaboration and communication across different business areas can address some of the challenges plaguing K-12 education.

By Roger Riddell • March 26, 2018

Student enthusiasm transforms learning

When passionate about a project, students drive their own discovery process.

By Lauren Barack • March 21, 2018

LGBTQ curriculum can turn schools into kinder — and safer — spaces

Teachers need support from administrators to produce the most effective LGBTQ curriculum for students.

By Lauren Barack • March 21, 2018

How can educators make the most out of SEL plans?

When considering the social and emotional needs of students, administrators should expand who is involved in planning their curriculum.

By Lauren Barack • March 21, 2018

Hiring from within can help schools maintain the experienced teachers they need

Teacher residencies are one way to upgrade teachers' skills so that schools can offer the courses and curriculum students need.

By Lauren Barack • March 21, 2018

Teaching life skills in schools may be as important as arithmetic and reading

Understanding the difference between profit and loss, or how to code a simple website, are core skills for any student.

By Lauren Barack • March 21, 2018

Students design products for major home furnishings store

Connecting students with designers can increase their awareness of career pathways they haven't even considered. 

By Linda Jacobson • March 21, 2018

How one librarian rethought his space to prepare students

Todd Burleson, library media specialist at Hubbard Woods Elementary in Winnetka, IL, oversaw the creation of an "IDEA Lab" that uses a cross-curricular approach to prepare students for future jobs.

By Roger Riddell • March 21, 2018

More schools drop grade levels as competency-based models spread

Flexible levels allow students to move ahead when they’re ready, but implementation challenges remain.

By Linda Jacobson • March 20, 2018

Instructional coaching improves preschool teachers' comfort with STEM topics in the classroom

Science-based lessons are a good fit for young children’s curiosity, experts say.

By Linda Jacobson • March 19, 2018

Projects that address real-world debates can increase student engagement

Lessons that tie what students are learning to the real world engage them more effectively than lectures and rote memorization. 

By Roger Riddell • March 19, 2018

What educators need to know about literacy

Check out these five recent stories spotlighting challenges and strategies for getting students reading at level.

By Roger Riddell • March 16, 2018

SXSWedu 2018: Our recap of Austin's ed innovation extravaganza

Couldn't make it to Texas? We've rounded up all of our coverage of last week's show in one location for your convenience.

By Roger Riddell • March 16, 2018

Exploring civic engagement in the classroom

Students are taking to the streets, but how much do they know about the history of protest?

By Lauren Barack • March 14, 2018

With Pearson looking to sell its curriculum business, districts could be left in the lurch

Administrators may have concerns whether materials will be maintained.

By Lauren Barack • March 14, 2018

Students benefit from holding history in their hands

Touching historical artifacts is as close to time travel as children can get.

By Lauren Barack • March 14, 2018

Tying pop-culture to academics can spark student interest

Educators are tying the blockbuster film "Black Panther" into lessons on topics ranging from colonialism to technology.

By Lauren Barack • March 14, 2018

The best curriculum is consistent throughout K-12

Consistency throughout curriculum planning is crucial to not only educate children, but to prepare them for what they’ll need when they leave school.

By Lauren Barack • March 14, 2018

Creating schools that 'fit our kids'

Educators release report on practices that support students' social, emotional and academic development.

By Linda Jacobson • March 13, 2018

In one California district, dual language immersion is 'a pathway to closing the achievement gap'

Students become "language models" for each other in two-way programs.

By Linda Jacobson • March 12, 2018

Project LIT: How a Nashville educator turned a class project into a nationwide movement

Seeking to address book deserts, English teacher Jarred Amato and his students have inspired the launch of chapters nationwide.

By Roger Riddell • March 12, 2018

Stephenville ISD digital learning director stresses importance of pedagogy in 1:1

Brianna Hodges also says community partnerships were key to expanding web access in the rural Texas community.

By Roger Riddell • March 12, 2018

Assessments will be disrupted: Is a performance approach the future of testing?

Discussion at SXSWedu 2018 focuses on push for new testing practices that allow multiple ways for students to demonstrate what they know and can do 

By Roger Riddell • March 8, 2018