K-12: Page 120
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How can high schools work with local businesses to help students find passions?
Allowing for serious career exploration in high school helps students find their “why” and follow through on graduation and a path beyond.
By Amelia Harper • April 2, 2018 -
Study: State pre-K programs should move beyond teaching basic skills
Research finds that children are not acquiring the language skills needed for later academic success.
By Linda Jacobson • March 29, 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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Parental satisfaction with schools linked to higher SAT scores
Researchers found a 169-point gap in scores between schools where parents said they are “very dissatisfied” and those where they are “very satisfied.”
By Linda Jacobson • March 29, 2018 -
Drones help connect the dots on math, coding concepts
Putting what's learned in class into a real-world context can make learning relevant while better preparing students for adulthood.
By Roger Riddell • March 29, 2018 -
Many TEACH grant recipients forced to repay funds as loans, study reveals
A federal program designed to draw teachers to high-need fields and schools is backfiring in many cases.
By Amelia Harper • March 29, 2018 -
Timing of food stamp distribution has modest impact on students' test scores
The results reflect the benefit of lower stress levels related to two weeks of greater food security, the researchers suggest.
By Amelia Harper • March 29, 2018 -
Time for self-reflection can improve student performance
Students who have time to think about their work may also see boosts in empathy.
By Lauren Barack • March 28, 2018 -
Most careers require cross-curricular skills so classes should build those traits
Core subjects are traditionally separated into different classes and departments. The real world isn’t neatly set up this way.
By Lauren Barack • March 28, 2018 -
Empowering students to find their voices
Avoiding subjects because they’re controversial is something that happens in schools, but it doesn't have to.
By Lauren Barack • March 28, 2018 -
How to stop girls from opting out of STEM classes, careers
Making STEM part of the K-5 curriculum ensures girls have the tools, and mindset, to pursue STEM careers when they’re ready to make that choice.
By Lauren Barack • March 28, 2018 -
Deep Dive
Math, ELA testing emphasis doesn't have to push out broader class options
Finding ways to "ally" different subjects can be key to their continued inclusion in a high-stakes assessment environment.
By Lauren Barack • March 28, 2018 -
Creating a position to oversee personalized learning doesn't guarantee buy-in
Focusing on early adopters can be a more effective way to spread changes in teacher practice, experts say.
By Linda Jacobson • March 28, 2018 -
Coalition pairs finance staff and educators for smarter school spending
With state funding continuing to lag for schools, administrators have had to become financially creative to make educational priorities into possibilities.
By Roger Riddell • March 28, 2018 -
Before considering AI, districts must get their data houses in order
Districts must streamline the data they collect and consider its quality before they can make the most of artificial intelligence — and interoperability is a key component in the conversation.
By Roger Riddell • March 28, 2018 -
Students with disabilities often fall through the cracks in college plan discussions
Despite being capable of succeeding after high school, low expectations stand in the way.
By Amelia Harper • March 28, 2018 -
Schools need true data to drill down into absenteeism issues
In Detroit, "data chats" with principals and focusing on changing the “culture of fear” among school leaders are methods for collecting more consistent and accurate information.
By Amelia Harper • March 28, 2018 -
How can districts get the ball rolling on ed tech interoperability?
Pressing for more "plug-and-play" capabilities between platforms and resources can allow educators to fully capitalize on the promise of these tools.
By Roger Riddell • March 27, 2018 -
School's service-learning curriculum extends to PD sessions
A Richmond, VA-area school gets even parents involved in projects to help others in the community and around the world.
By Linda Jacobson • March 27, 2018 -
Co-located schools offer challenges and benefits
When schools share the same building, careful planning is a necessity to minimize frustrations.
By Amelia Harper • March 27, 2018 -
Bill would require Kentucky students to learn about the Holocaust
The state is one of 20 that state lawmakers pledged to introduce legislation requiring lessons on the Holocaust and other examples of genocide.
By Linda Jacobson • March 27, 2018 -
New Jersey district expands initiative to better meet the needs of English learners
Grants and community support have allowed Piscataway Township Schools to develop a “cradle to career” approach to English-as-a-second-language instruction.
By Amelia Harper • March 27, 2018 -
Breaking down districts' departmental silos key to long-term change
From the upper levels of district administration down to schools, more collaboration and communication across different business areas can address some of the challenges plaguing K-12 education.
By Roger Riddell • March 26, 2018 -
More states allowing increased flexibility to encourage school innovation
Will allowing schools to “break the rules” lead to more effective educational practices?
By Amelia Harper • March 26, 2018 -
Deep Dive
After the Bell: DC charter schools extend the day to improve English learners' skills
A globally focused program connects students with their culture and improves their knowledge of the world.
By Linda Jacobson • March 26, 2018 -
De-escalation strategies effective in working with traumatized students
Understanding the various triggers for students with mental health concerns is key to preventing outbursts in addition to addressing them when they occur.
By Roger Riddell • March 26, 2018
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