Are fun and games in the classroom the secret to learning?

The dream of every educator is to make teachable moments seem like play.

By Lauren Barack • Feb. 7, 2018

Capstone projects allow students to direct their learning

Mentors are assigned to help students narrow topics, set goals and conduct research.

By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 2, 2018

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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

Bringing the beat: Spoken word, debate and role-playing enhance ELA curriculum

Educators are using a variety of engaging, outside-the-box formats to build research, literacy and critical thinking skills.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 31, 2018

Tweet away: Social media can be a powerful classroom tool

Incorporating these platforms into curriculum isn't a simple leap, but there's value in students' familiarity with them and the benefits they offer.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 31, 2018

Has the bell rung on the 45-minute class period?

The format may constrain teaching by not allowing for longer deep-dives into subject matter, but putting a flexible learning day into play is not a simple decision.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 31, 2018

How UDL can lift learning for every student

Educators who are not experts in universal design for learning can still put changes into effect by finding resources online and tapping into other colleagues in their community.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 31, 2018

Students understand more when learning is spread over stages

Giving students adequate classroom time to learn and understand material is crucial.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 31, 2018

Weaving social-emotional skills into lessons a necessity

Educators must seamlessly weave skills like thoughtfulness and empathy into classroom lessons to better prepare them for workforce demands.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 31, 2018

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

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