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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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

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

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

6 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

IBM's Watson is helping educators choose relevant math lessons

The famous artificial intelligence can use its understanding of natural language to provide educators with a variety of curricular concepts to use in lesson planning.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 1, 2017

Study finds connection between CTE courses, graduation

Taking career and technical courses in the 11th and 12th grades has more impact on whether students graduate on time or stay in school than taking them in earlier grades. 

By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 31, 2017

More research needed on efforts to build SEL skills in older students

Researchers suggest that social-emotional learning programs for older students should consider the unique needs of adolescents.

By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 30, 2017

Gates, credentials and partnerships: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on the benefits of university-industry partnerships and more here!

By Roger Riddell • Oct. 27, 2017

How can curriculum be adjusted to embrace competency-based learning?

The model has seen its star rise in K-12 as educators look to redefine learning metrics beyond things like traditional credit hours tied to seat time.

By Roger Riddell • Oct. 27, 2017

Solid curriculum is essential for tech, active learning success

Personalization or the interactive nature of digital media can enhance the overall experience, but does it ultimately matter if the material being presented doesn't build a well-rounded foundation of knowledge?

By Roger Riddell • Oct. 26, 2017

Study: 'Word gap' research contributes to low expectations

New research suggests efforts to narrow the gap have created “deficit-based thinking” among educators toward low-income immigrant students from Latin America.

By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 26, 2017

Educators recommend blended approach to writing instruction

Some researchers suggest that texting and social media have resulted in students writing shorter passages and not fully communicating ideas.

By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 25, 2017

Philadelphia district plans to revamp, expand school arts programs

A new study shows that, in some cases, the only arts programming available is provided by a community-based organization during an after-school program.

By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 24, 2017

Schools fight spread of 'fake news' through news literacy lessons

Digital natives are astute when it comes to navigating social media, but researchers say "they are easily duped" by content.

By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 24, 2017