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AP courses losing favor among more high schools
Eight elite private high schools in the Washington, D.C., area announced they are phasing out AP classes, saying the courses are so common many colleges no longer find them "noteworthy."
By Amelia Harper • June 19, 2018 -
Report: Improvements not found in Tennessee's state-run school district
The researchers contrast performance in the district with that of locally managed Innovation Zone schools, where scores in reading, math and science have significantly improved.
By Linda Jacobson • June 19, 2018 -
Trendline
Curriculum
Educators are exploring a variety of strategies to improve students’ learning experiences while continuing to navigate ongoing political disputes.
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Do retention policies hold too many students back?
Louisiana is rethinking its approach, offering alternative supports that include summer learning, online classes and extra attention from specialized teachers.
By Amelia Harper • June 19, 2018 -
Study: Redesigning teacher compensation may help with recruitment
The report found that even though states have seen a rise in per-pupil funding since 1970, teachers' real salaries have not kept pace.
By Amelia Harper • June 18, 2018 -
Students at 115 charters are 20% more white than neighboring public schools
Critics say many charter school policies impede access for lower-income families because of elements like hard-to-afford uniforms or lack of bus service.
By Roger Riddell • June 18, 2018 -
As cloud apps grow in popularity, security must remain at the forefront
In adopting Software as a Service apps, administrators must ask vendors to address their concerns upfront, research vendors' policies and refrain from using common passwords.
By Roger Riddell • June 18, 2018 -
Should school safety conversations also include natural disasters?
According to a report by the National Institute of Building Sciences, the United States could save $6 for every $1 spent on strengthening school buildings.
By Amelia Harper • June 18, 2018 -
STEM-focused program will test high-schoolers' soft skills
Students can submit their scores as part of college admission materials or when they apply for jobs, internships or other career-focused opportunities.
By Linda Jacobson • June 18, 2018 -
Opinion
'Hamilton' helps bring history to life
A New York City student performs spoken word focusing on Phillis Wheatley's "personal history in context of what is happening in our country today."
By Yadry Monsanto • June 15, 2018 -
Pennsylvania bill would require civics exam for graduation
According to the Civics Education Initiative, 16 states now have some type of civics test requirement.
By Linda Jacobson • June 15, 2018 -
DeVos allows most states to exceed special ed testing accommodations cap
Are caps on services for students with disabilities causing some to be denied the help they need?
By Christina Vercelletto • June 15, 2018 -
Georgia district finds it takes a village to leverage ed tech
Fayette County Public Schools implemented a three-step strategy to help teachers boost students’ math scores, aiming to identify problem areas and smoothly integrate the tech to address them.
By Christina Vercelletto • June 15, 2018 -
Congressional hearing investigates charter transparency, effectiveness
The hearing explored the question of whether charters should be subject to open records laws like traditional public schools, as well as performance and oversight issues with virtual charters in states like Indiana and Ohio.
By Roger Riddell • June 15, 2018 -
Majority of K-3 teachers want stronger pre-K, elementary connections
Differences in compensation and professional preparation can stand in the way of these educators learning from each other.
By Christina Vercelletto • June 14, 2018 -
Is microcredentialing the answer to equipping teachers with tech skills?
Microcredentials provide an opportunity to personalize PD for teachers, who can then build the specific skills they need the most.
By Roger Riddell • June 14, 2018 -
Political scientist argues state takeovers of school districts influenced by racial factors
In his new book, "Takeover," Rutgers University's Domingo Morel argues takeover districts are most likely to be predominantly black and feature the full removal of a school board.
By Roger Riddell • June 14, 2018 -
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Is it time to abandon grade levels for good?
The century-old system of grade levels based strictly on age is being rethought in districts nationwide.
By Christina Vercelletto • June 14, 2018 -
Suspended Detroit students could opt to attend 'hubs' to keep learning, improve behavior
The district will also add in-school suspension programs at schools and revise the student conduct code.
By Linda Jacobson • June 14, 2018 -
Sponsored by Drexel University
3 ways to increase engagement in virtual classrooms
As classrooms go digital, educators now have the ability to create environments that are more engaging and readily accessible for all students.
June 14, 2018 -
Finding curriculum for Next-Gen Science Standards an arduous task
While the standards have earned favorable nods from science teachers, few administrators and curriculum designers agree on what material is best.
By Lauren Barack • June 13, 2018 -
Computers can add distance to flipped classrooms
A veteran biology teacher suggests having students not only comment on each other’s posts, but add notes that “move the conversation forward."
By Lauren Barack • June 13, 2018 -
Deep Dive
Startup program connects dots between what students are learning in school, entrepreneurial verve
Students are gaining business skills and even launching their own companies before they leave high school.
By Lauren Barack • June 13, 2018 -
How teachers can avoid their own summer slide
Students, after all, aren’t the only ones who can benefit from a little summer learning.
By Lauren Barack • June 13, 2018 -
Can the Bible be taught in school?
Recent decisions in Kentucky challenge an established line separating religion and public education.
By Lauren Barack • June 13, 2018 -
School districts begin purchasing 'active shooter' insurance
Some policies also include training and risk mitigation services.
By Linda Jacobson • June 13, 2018
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