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

Explore the Trendline➔

Top 5 stories from K-12 Dive

K-12 Dive has gathered some a selection of our best coverage as a one-stop resource on the trends to watch in the months ahead.

By K-12 Dive staff

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

San Diego-area students experience 'Hamilton'

Lessons based on the smash hit are taking place in history classrooms across the country.

By Linda Jacobson • Jan. 12, 2018

A great STEM education starts with teacher training

For students to get the science, tech, engineering and math education they need, teachers need to continue their own education.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 10, 2018

Designing lessons in the dark?

Educators have a tough time locating the most recent studies when building curriculum.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 10, 2018

Algebra, Spanish and Bank Loans 101: The growing need for financial literacy in high school

Few would disagree that teaching financial literacy to K-12 students is important, so why are high-quality lessons on topics like money management so few and far between?

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 10, 2018

Who said equations can't equal fun?

How to get students amped to read angles, measure distances and add fractions remains a challenge in many schools.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 10, 2018

Aptitude tests may limit students' career options, passions too early

Students and educators should instead approach these assessments cautiously, using them to start a conversation about interests and ambitions rather than viewing them as definitive results.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 10, 2018

Technical writing opens literacy learning opportunities in computer science

Focusing on computational literacy and the importance of verbs in programming can help educators strengthen coding instruction and literacy skills.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 10, 2018

Early learning, educational equity listed as most important topics in 'what's hot' literacy survey

Findings show, however, that some different topics are trending.

By Linda Jacobson • Jan. 8, 2018

Wanted: Innovative early education models

A competition from the Saul Zaentz Early Education Initiative at the Harvard Graduate School of Education will provide funding for new ideas, prototypes and approaches that are ready to be scaled more widely. 

By Linda Jacobson • Jan. 5, 2018