Students may be best resource to combat bullying

Because teachers cannot be everywhere, schools must develop strategies to empower students.

By Amelia Harper • Nov. 29, 2017

Next-Gen Science Standards making lessons fun, but costly

Simple science experiment supplies like vinegar and baking soda, for example, can run a minimum of $50 for a group of 150 students.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 28, 2017

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Social-Emotional Learning

Our latest K-12 Dive Trendline takes a closer look at how educators are addressing social-emotional learning amid pushback from policymakers and ongoing demand from employers.

By K-12 Dive staff

Announcing the nominees for the 2017 K-12 Dive Awards

Ahead of the Dec. 4 reveal of this year's winners, take a look at the complete list of this year's nominees.

By Roger Riddell , Linda Jacobson • Nov. 28, 2017

Advocate tries new approach to developing child sexual abuse prevention curriculum

Montana House Bill 298, which passed this year, encourages the state education agency to raise awareness of abuse and increase efforts to prevent it.

By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 27, 2017

School redesigns accommodate today's (and tomorrow's) teachers and learners

In open, flexible environments, "it’s the space and the instructional strategies that work together."

By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 22, 2017

The school that Khan built

In what could be the ultimate example of flipped learning, Khan Lab School students and teachers learn and work downstairs from Khan Academy, the repository of online educational videos founded by educator Salman Khan.

By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 21, 2017

SEL bolsters math achievement for San Francisco USD

San Francisco's mathematics supervisor says incorporating concepts like persistence and growth mindset into math instruction has created an environment where students are comfortable making mistakes and trying again.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 21, 2017

Massachusetts legislation allows instruction in students' home language

Supporters of the bill, including some members of the legislature, said they know English immersion doesn’t work for every student.

By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 20, 2017

Does noting a subject's difficulty hold students back?

One educator found that middle school students could succeed at high school math if they didn't know that it was intended for higher grade levels.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 20, 2017

Tech and early childhood: Speakers say digital tools should be 'interactive with interaction'

A session at the National Association for the Education of Young Children's annual conference highlighted Fred Rogers' influence on the use of media with the youngest students.

By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 20, 2017

How can educators blend rigor with early-childhood education practices?

As part of a partnership in New Jersey, researchers examined how children in K-3 are currently spending their day.

By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 17, 2017

Tech offers opportunities to expand, enhance SEL

Videoconferencing, for example, can help foster cross-cultural empathy by connecting students around the world.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 17, 2017

Recess: An ode to the hand turkey

Can this simple assignment be for more than just the birds?

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 17, 2017

Journaling helps students strengthen writing skills, build relationships

Journaling provides a time for self-reflection, development of arguments and ideas, and the creation of narrative seeds that can be shared later on a larger stage in the classroom or online.

By Amelia Harper • Nov. 17, 2017

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

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