Alternative training programs can help solve the STEM teacher shortage

Transforming teachers into scientists and scientists into teachers can also increase diversity in the field.

By Amelia Harper • Jan. 22, 2018

Study: Teach for America alumni more critical of current corps members

Most principals, however, are satisfied with the TFA teachers in their schools and would hire another corps member in the future.  

By Linda Jacobson • Jan. 19, 2018

States taking steps to improve services for students in foster care

The Every Student Succeeds Act also includes new protections for students in the child welfare system.

By Linda Jacobson • Jan. 19, 2018

What do personalized learning and marathons have in common?

One administrator finds lessons to be learned for educators from the Nike Breaking2 team's efforts to run a marathon in less than two hours.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 19, 2018

Practicing mindfulness isn't just for students

Though the practice of mindfulness has gained traction among pushes for more social-emotional learning, school leaders may benefit even more.

By Amelia Harper • Jan. 19, 2018

Survey: 'Very dissatisfied' public school parents more than twice as likely to choose charters

The Rice University study showed that while two-thirds of parents say school choice is always better, only a little more than a third say charter schools are better than district schools.

By Amelia Harper • Jan. 19, 2018

Report: Schools have role in preparing aspiring teachers to be 'learner ready'

The report refers to a “third space” in which PK-12 schools and universities work together to create clinical experiences for teaching candidates.

By Linda Jacobson • Jan. 18, 2018

Cambridge K-12 standards enhancing students' college-readiness

Why college administrators need to know about this international curriculum employed by 10,000 schools worldwide and a growing number in the U.S.

By Shalina Chatlani • Jan. 18, 2018

Move toward less centralization gaining traction in school security

New approaches to visitor management and including staff members in decisions about safety strategies are also trending.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 18, 2018

What's on the horizon for ed tech in 2018?

We asked four experts what they see as the biggest trends — and what they're most wary of.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 18, 2018

Quality Counts finds U.S. education remaining average

According to the annual report card issued by the Education Week Research Center, the nation again earns a C on educational performance.

By Amelia Harper • Jan. 18, 2018

Schools look at new ways to address food waste issues

New strategies encourage school lunch consumption and convert wasted food into opportunities to benefit others.

By Amelia Harper • Jan. 18, 2018

Nude paintings, war photos and language: Is anything off-limits if it's educational?

Recent controversies have again raised the question of whether students should be shielded from material that might make them feel uncomfortable.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 17, 2018

Dropping school backpacks for saws and hammers

Hands-on learning can breathe color into math lessons.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 17, 2018

Scrum helps students feels valued — and gets class projects marked done

A little organization goes a long way with project-based learning.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 17, 2018

Asking students to write in every class — even PE — may boost literacy

Alarmed by his students' lack of writing ability, a California principal started a program demanding kids write in every class, every day — and scores are on the rise.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 17, 2018

Tech tools boost learning from STEM to the arts, but aren't a shortcut for hard work

Apps and handheld devices are helping students learn to play musical instruments, practice compositions, and even write musical scores.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 17, 2018

Using books to battle gender clichés

Finding narratives where girls play the starring role requires some sleuthing.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 17, 2018

Put students at the heart of social media policies to enhance learning

The variety of platforms can benefit the classroom and teach digital citizenship.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 17, 2018

Report says NAEP's 'proficiency' term is misleading

At least half of 8th graders in only three countries — Singapore, Republic of Korea and Japan — meet NAEP's proficiency level in math.

By Linda Jacobson • Jan. 17, 2018

Report: 'Savvy leadership' necessary to make district-charter collaboration work

Partnerships are less likely to occur in districts with declining enrollment.

By Linda Jacobson • Jan. 17, 2018

Education top-of-mind as state legislatures reconvene

With the implementation of ESSA, states now face more decisions regarding school accountability as well as the age-old battle of finding more funding.

By Amelia Harper • Jan. 17, 2018

Effective school promotion must focus on each school's unique story

Schools need to create a brand that makes them stand out like a “purple cow” if they are to be effective.

By Amelia Harper • Jan. 17, 2018

6 K-12 trends to watch in 2018

Efforts to rethink the existing model and the impact of ESSA implementation will continue shaping education this year.

By Roger Riddell , Linda Jacobson • Jan. 16, 2018

Offering free college entrance exams can boost participation

A $2.2 million effort in New York City is intended to get more low-income students to take the SAT.

By Linda Jacobson • Jan. 16, 2018