Teaching students about sexual harassment paramount

With sexual harassment a common theme in news broadcasts, schools need to educate students about how to recognize and avoid it.

By Amelia Harper • Jan. 31, 2018

Study: SC public Montessori students achieving at higher rates than peers

The five-year study showed that scores on state tests were 6% to 8% higher for Montessori students, and black and low-income students performed well.

By Linda Jacobson • Jan. 31, 2018

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

By K-12 Dive staff

Report details NYC's efforts to expand arts instruction

In some high-needs schools, the arts are being used as a turnaround strategy.

By Linda Jacobson • Jan. 29, 2018

Teaching assertiveness over aggression key to SEL efforts

Teaching students how to respectfully stand their ground without being unkind has benefits across a number of social-emotional skills.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 26, 2018

Jeff Bezos makes donation to media literacy organization

The Amazon founder and Washington Post owner sees a need to teach students to discern fact from opinion.

By Amelia Harper • Jan. 26, 2018

PBL works best when teachers and students feel supported

Extensive planning is needed to ensure student-led projects don’t derail into chaos.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 24, 2018

Get talking: How to start a foreign language program

Just one out of every five children in the United States have the opportunity to learn a foreign language during their K-12 years.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 24, 2018

Two is better than one: How cross-curricular materials can deepen student learning

Cross-curricular opportunities can enrich and enliven learning for students.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 24, 2018

The argument for courting controversy in the classroom

Respectful discourse is one of the cornerstones of a successful society.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 24, 2018

Building students' focus critical in personal learning

A new course works to understand how students learn best, helping them master material well beyond their school years.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 24, 2018

Real-world projects let students put their learning to the test

When students feel a sense of purpose in their work, they’re more motivated to try.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 24, 2018

NWEA unveils K-3 reading fluency test

Researchers and teachers weigh in on using computer and in-person assessments.

By Linda Jacobson • Jan. 24, 2018

Study: Volunteerism in adolescence can lead to positive health and education outcomes

Activism, however, was linked to more risky behaviors in adulthood, such as substance use.

By Linda Jacobson • Jan. 23, 2018

Commission shares progress on efforts to expand social-emotional learning in schools

Members of the public are invited to weigh in on final recommendations.

By Linda Jacobson • Jan. 23, 2018

Nude paintings, war photos and language: Is anything off-limits if it's educational?

Recent controversies have again raised the question of whether students should be shielded from material that might make them feel uncomfortable.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 17, 2018

Dropping school backpacks for saws and hammers

Hands-on learning can breathe color into math lessons.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 17, 2018

Scrum helps students feels valued — and gets class projects marked done

A little organization goes a long way with project-based learning.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 17, 2018

Asking students to write in every class — even PE — may boost literacy

Alarmed by his students' lack of writing ability, a California principal started a program demanding kids write in every class, every day — and scores are on the rise.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 17, 2018

Tech tools boost learning from STEM to the arts, but aren't a shortcut for hard work

Apps and handheld devices are helping students learn to play musical instruments, practice compositions, and even write musical scores.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 17, 2018

Using books to battle gender clichés

Finding narratives where girls play the starring role requires some sleuthing.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 17, 2018

Put students at the heart of social media policies to enhance learning

The variety of platforms can benefit the classroom and teach digital citizenship.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 17, 2018

6 K-12 trends to watch in 2018

Efforts to rethink the existing model and the impact of ESSA implementation will continue shaping education this year.

By Roger Riddell , Linda Jacobson • Jan. 16, 2018

Science museums provide good source of professional development for K-12 teachers

Science museums offer opportunities for hands-on learning that can benefit teachers in STEM instruction.

By Amelia Harper • Jan. 16, 2018

Tech helps California students produce award-winning media

Students at Rancho Minerva Middle School have put their digital media skills to the test, producing a short film that won a national award and influenced district purchasing.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 12, 2018

Pre-to-3: Study examines drama's links to early literacy

Theatrical approaches give students “another language” to show what they’ve learned.

By Linda Jacobson • Jan. 12, 2018