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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 -
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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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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
School districts begin purchasing 'active shooter' insurance
Some policies also include training and risk mitigation services.
By Linda Jacobson • June 13, 2018 -
Research partnership to examine factors throughout K-12 that contribute to earning a college degree
Officials hope the project will also provide useful answers in the near future.
By Linda Jacobson • June 13, 2018 -
States meeting ESSA requirements with range of school rating measures
C+ or 3.5? ESSA regulations demanding school accountability have states split on the best presentation of ratings.
By Christina Vercelletto • June 13, 2018 -
LA all-girl academy shows stellar STEM scores
The results are adding more fuel to debate around whether both boys and girls do better in same-sex schools.
By Christina Vercelletto • June 13, 2018 -
Study shows significant math, reading gains for ELs
The research counters the notion that English learners perform poorly and aren't being adequately served by schools.
By Roger Riddell • June 12, 2018 -
California students give schools low marks on culture, climate
Responses also show that less than half of students feel what they learn in school is relevant to their lives outside of the classroom.
By Linda Jacobson • June 12, 2018 -
Busier schedules necessitate rethinking parent communication strategies
With most parents working, tech is an increasingly critical component of engagement.
By Roger Riddell • June 12, 2018 -
Are growth mindset programs a waste of money to taxpayers and schools?
Growth mindset is garnering lukewarm reviews on cost-effectiveness, based on student results.
By Christina Vercelletto • June 12, 2018 -
How might districts use funds available under ESSA?
Under the federal law, $1.1 billion in Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grants is available for more purposes — but it seems school choice won't be one of them.
By Christina Vercelletto • June 12, 2018 -
Vaping raises educators' concerns about teen addiction, health risks
The vaping craze, reportedly unprecedented in its difficulty for schools to contain, has some administrators taking extreme measures.
By Christina Vercelletto • June 11, 2018 -
Digital citizenship efforts must be multi-tiered to be effective
A Kansas district's tech chief sees safety, savvy and socialization as equally important components of effectively preparing students to engage online.
By Roger Riddell • June 11, 2018 -
RAND will help lead foundation-funded gun violence research effort
Experts still aren’t hopeful about federal funding for such issues.
By Linda Jacobson • June 11, 2018 -
What's still wrong with teacher evaluations?
A researcher suggests principals aren’t making the best use of the additional information on teacher performance available to them.
By Linda Jacobson • June 11, 2018
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