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Not every teacher benefits from a coach, new report suggests
The research analysis shows that teacher coaching programs lose value as they expand to include more teachers.
By Amelia Harper • March 7, 2018 -
Organization launched to support charter schools
The coalition plans to support school leaders, inform state and federal policy and create an “exchange of ideas.”
By Linda Jacobson • March 6, 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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Survey: Teachers want more time for collaboration
More than 40% of the respondents said they never have the opportunity to visit other teachers’ classrooms.
By Linda Jacobson • March 6, 2018 -
'Technology night' events can help schools build cross-cultural connections
In one district, a parent liaison helped to create a bridge between schools and Latino families.
By Amelia Harper • March 6, 2018 -
More students would benefit from having a mentor
Recruiting mentors to help students deal with life issues can be a cost-effective way to support students at risk of dropping out.
By Amelia Harper • March 6, 2018 -
Deep Dive
Day one at SXSWedu 2018: Educators share their stories, talk innovative school design
The first day of Austin's annual education innovation conference kicked off with conversations about equity and a new effort to help homeless students.
By Roger Riddell • March 5, 2018 -
Tennessee district plans to spread community school model
Shelby County district leaders estimate that the model, which is a growing trend nationwide, will cost roughly $100,000 per school.
By Linda Jacobson • March 5, 2018 -
Deep Dive
National Teacher of the Year finalists weigh in on teacher leadership, administrative support
The educators say trust and mentorship opportunities led to their success.
By Roger Riddell • March 5, 2018 -
Should charter schools be accountable for the same results as public schools?
In Sweden, loose accountability measures for charter or “free schools” are linked to declines in academic achievement, and some educators worry the same thing will happen here.
By Amelia Harper • March 5, 2018 -
Front-loading funding for early reading interventions can pay off in the long run
Early diagnosis and intervention for dyslexia and other reading challenges can prevent more expensive interventions and outcomes in the future.
By Amelia Harper • March 5, 2018 -
In aftermath of Florida shooting, schools seek solutions to school violence
Schools need to be safe, but are quick-fix security measures enough to prevent future violence?
By Amelia Harper • March 5, 2018 -
Michigan governor proposes additional funding for early intervention
More than a third of the children served in the program do not require later special education services.
By Linda Jacobson • March 2, 2018 -
Students with 'benefit mindset' ready to improve communities
Teaching students the power of altruism impacts both academic achievement and social-emotional development.
By Roger Riddell • March 2, 2018 -
Report: Federal government should take action on ensuring equitable funding
The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights suggests that the federal government reward states and districts that are increasing resources for underserved students.
By Amelia Harper • March 2, 2018 -
Schools face new challenges with ESSA's financial transparency requirement
School-level spending reports are required by December 2019 and will likely spark more equity conversations.
By Amelia Harper • March 2, 2018 -
Deep Dive
Students gain workforce skills through part-time jobs
But teens sometimes struggle to balance school with being a "reliable employee."
By Linda Jacobson • March 1, 2018 -
Detroit program will pair students of color with mentors who look like them
While announcing the 5,000 Role Models of Excellence Project, Superintendent Nikolai Vitti noted the importance of mentors to his success after his father left.
By Roger Riddell • March 1, 2018 -
Interoperability would make data more valuable to educators
Ensuring data can be gathered and managed by one system remains a hurdle to using the massive amount of information available to schools and districts.
By Roger Riddell • March 1, 2018 -
Schools need industry input to help students connect learning to the real world
When industry experts connect with the classroom, students are more likely to discover their passion and a reason for learning.
By Amelia Harper • March 1, 2018 -
Dogs go to school as part of social-emotional learning programs
In New York City, for example, 42 schools are participating in a pilot comfort dog program.
By Linda Jacobson • March 1, 2018 -
Study of rhetoric boosts media literacy, critical thinking
Students can decipher hidden meanings using rhetoric and then use these tools themselves.
By Lauren Barack • Feb. 28, 2018 -
Schools widen inclusion of LGBTQ topics
Giving voice to traditionally disenfranchised groups helps all students see themselves reflected in the world.
By Lauren Barack • Feb. 28, 2018 -
Blended learning success necessitates awareness of pitfalls
Digital tools cannot substitute for good pedagogy.
By Lauren Barack • Feb. 28, 2018 -
Deep Dive
Virtual reality brings the world into the classroom
While VR is primarily in the hands of early adopters, educators are slowly opening content to students one headset at a time.
By Lauren Barack • Feb. 28, 2018 -
How feasible is 'computer science for all'?
Budgets fight against equity when it comes to a ‘for all’ curriculum.
By Lauren Barack • Feb. 28, 2018