K-12: Page 113
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Holograms on the horizon for classrooms
The technology has substantial potential for illustrating concepts and scenarios, but the current price point remains prohibitive for widespread adoption.
By Roger Riddell • May 10, 2018 -
Former district technology chief says robust planning key to 1:1 success
Minnesota's Lake Park Audubon School District may be a 1:1 device darling now, but a number of challenges had to be addressed on the way there.
By Roger Riddell • May 10, 2018 -
Trendline
Learning Loss
Our latest K-12 Dive Trendline takes a closer look at how educators are addressing learning loss, as well as achievement trends and developments.
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Kansas schools see growth in English-learner population
A new report highlights teaching practices that benefit dual-language learners.
By Linda Jacobson • May 10, 2018 -
Opinion
President Speaks: Grand Canyon U president Brian Mueller
Mueller calls upon colleges and universities to address poverty within inner cities at a time of dwindling public funding across K-12 and higher education.
By Brian Mueller • May 10, 2018 -
'Twice-exceptional' students face difficult dichotomy in school
For gifted students, their talent can often be masked by learning disabilities or mental health concerns — or vice versa.
By James Paterson • May 10, 2018 -
Is it time to consider helping students develop their voice a core competency?
High school English teacher Jori Krulder sees assisting reluctant students in figuring out how to comfortably express themselves as key to their future success.
By Lauren Barack • May 9, 2018 -
Games can make curriculum more effective and enjoyable
Game-based learning is correlated to positive learning outcomes, delivering lessons in often tough subjects like math in a way students see as a fun experience.
By Lauren Barack • May 9, 2018 -
Building connections can remove stress from learning new languages
Knowing a foreign language can open future doors for students.
By Lauren Barack • May 9, 2018 -
Deep Dive
School gardens grow plants, food and stronger students
Gardening curriculum can spread across all core subjects, taking learning outside of the classroom walls.
By Lauren Barack • May 9, 2018 -
Meeting state standards may require unified approach to evaluating resources
A new study from the RAND Corporation finds that knowledge of math standards, for example, seems to fall off at the 5th-grade level among school leaders.
By Lauren Barack • May 9, 2018 -
Some Florida districts consider hiring lower-paid 'guardians' to keep schools safe
In a survey released this week, only 10% of educators say their schools have “enough financial resources to improve school safety.”
By Linda Jacobson • May 9, 2018 -
Report: Average superintendent tenure about 6 years
The data also reinforce that women are underrepresented in the superintendency, with tenures that average around 15 months shorter than those of men.
By Roger Riddell • May 9, 2018 -
Texas program helps paraprofessionals become teachers
The Amarillo district sees the “Grow Your Own” effort as a way to diversity the teaching workforce.
By Linda Jacobson • May 9, 2018 -
Schools improve with concerted effort to energize culture
Administrators’ trust-building efforts can pay off in a variety of important ways.
By James Paterson • May 9, 2018 -
Students with disabilities miss 'opportunities to learn' when suspended
Black students with disabilities miss three times as many days of school in suspension than their white classmates with disabilities.
By James Paterson • May 9, 2018 -
STEAM approach increases elementary students' scores in science
Past research focused on the benefits of arts integration among English learners.
By Linda Jacobson • May 8, 2018 -
Are the Internet of Things' security risks worth the benefits for K-12?
Connected devices can improve school safety and student engagement while helping cut costs, but they also present significant challenges when it comes to maintaining cybersecurity.
By Roger Riddell • May 8, 2018 -
Librarians' expanding roles offer new teacher support opportunities
As their roles shift, school librarians are increasingly assisting with the integration of tech into the classroom.
By Roger Riddell • May 8, 2018 -
South Carolina schools step up teacher recruitment efforts with rental, residency programs
With a state incentive program to retain veteran teachers is ending, recruiters are looking across state lines and seeking new perks to attract talent.
By James Paterson • May 8, 2018 -
Teacher bias is often subtle
A University of Michigan professor and math education expert helps teachers examine implicit biases via 20 documented “micro-moment” judgments that occur in just 90 seconds in her classroom.
By James Paterson • May 8, 2018 -
Sponsored by Scantron
ESSA demands a new approach: Balanced assessments
An assessment approach that balances growth and on-grade proficiency measures is part of effective accountability.
By Nikki Eatchel, Chief Assessment Officer, Scantron • May 8, 2018 -
Home visits in early childhood provide benefits for students and schools
The gains include less abuse and neglect and long-term savings in medical, social service and criminal justice expenses.
By James Paterson • May 7, 2018 -
Opinion
This Teacher Appreciation Week, put teachers' voices first in curriculum decisions
A Texas principal considers what role administrators play in relieving the financial, time and energy burdens to create or purchase classroom resources.
By Mark Brandenberger • May 7, 2018 -
Study: Free school meals can improve students' health
But no significant health benefits were found for students living in rural areas or at the high school level.
By Linda Jacobson • May 7, 2018 -
Some districts in hiring pinch seek teachers overseas
Facing teacher shortages, tight budgets and strikes, schools look for options.
By James Paterson • May 7, 2018
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