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California commission changes requirements for special ed teachers
Goals of the commission’s decision include identifying students with special needs earlier and having educators who can more effectively work in an inclusion model.
By Linda Jacobson • Dec. 19, 2017 -
Twitter chats can boost student voice, enhance digital citizenship
Administrators can also utilize the chats as an opportunity to engage students and parents in the decision-making process.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 19, 2017 -
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Curriculum
Educators are exploring a variety of strategies to improve students’ learning experiences while continuing to navigate ongoing political disputes.
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Study: Cooperative learning reduces risk of alcohol use in middle-schoolers
Researchers found a weaker link between students' willingness to use alcohol at the beginning of 7th grade and their actual use near the end of the school year.
By Linda Jacobson • Dec. 19, 2017 -
With great professional development comes greater personalized learning
A lack of adequate PD and time to fully implement personalized learning strategies often leads to teachers reverting to traditional classroom practices.
By Amelia Harper • Dec. 19, 2017 -
DeVos considers delaying Obama-era special education rule
States would be required to spend more on early intervention if the percentage of minority students in special education programs exceeds certain limits.
By Linda Jacobson • Dec. 18, 2017 -
Polling solutions can provide affordable means of measuring engagement, understanding
New programs make using audience response systems more cost-effective by using technology many schools already have access to.
By Amelia Harper • Dec. 18, 2017 -
How has the cyber charter landscape changed in the past year?
In an update to its 2016 investigation of the sector, Education Week notes that the schools now have a strong ally at the U.S. Department of Education.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 18, 2017 -
Study finds rural schools ahead of the curve on tech access
New research from BrightBytes finds rural schools disproportionately filling out the top 5% for tech access at school.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 18, 2017 -
Changing roles expand responsibilities of school leadership
As the nature of education changes to meet the challenges of the modern world, school leaders have more concerns than ever.
By Amelia Harper • Dec. 18, 2017 -
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More classrooms making time for play in early grades
Omaha schools aim to bring balance to the primary grades after accountability measures shifted attention toward testing and teacher-led instruction.
By Linda Jacobson • Dec. 15, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Recess: Administrators share 4 fun ways to maintain engagement ahead of holidays
Keeping students focused while also giving them a chance to reflect on the year can be particularly difficult with the prospect of off-days looming.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 15, 2017 -
Strengthening dual-credit programs key to higher ed's survival
33,700 Virginia students took advantage of dual-enrollment programs, only to learn not all of the classes would be accepted at all of the state's institutions.
By Autumn A. Arnett • Dec. 15, 2017 -
Survey: Educators across political spectrum not sold on school choice
Many teachers, principals and district superintendents report skepticism of charter schools, vouchers and tax-credit scholarships, including some who voted for President Donald Trump.
By Amelia Harper • Dec. 15, 2017 -
Achieving educational equity requires personalized approach for students and teachers
Digital, learner-centered strategies are closing achievement gaps in a Maryland district.
By Amelia Harper • Dec. 15, 2017 -
Let's move: Physical fitness programs boost test scores in Minnesota schools
Students who met recommended aerobic fitness levels were more likely than their peers to be proficient in reading and math on state standardized tests.
By Linda Jacobson • Dec. 14, 2017 -
Concerns about access to K-12 content linger ahead of net neutrality vote
The Federal Communications Commission is expected to repeal the rules, which could potentially see some content providers charging a premium for delivery at higher speeds.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 14, 2017 -
New podcast series spotlights teachers of the year
Educators from Alabama, Colorado, Indiana and the Department of Defense are among those sharing their stories with “Leading from the Classroom.”
By Linda Jacobson • Dec. 14, 2017 -
Apple brings coding education program to Chicago in latest ed push
The "Everyone Can Code" program, which centers around the tech giant's Swift coding language and uses coursework developed by the company, is expected to reach close to 500,000 students in the city.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 14, 2017 -
'Book tastings' offer literary samples to encourage student engagement
The method may help students explore their literary options while providing teachers with a fresh way to differentiate instruction.
By Amelia Harper • Dec. 14, 2017 -
More states choosing chronic absenteeism rate as major school success indicator
California, like many other states, needs to address the impact of the growing number of students who aren’t making it to school.
By Amelia Harper • Dec. 14, 2017 -
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Former Florida Lt. Gov. Brogan tapped to oversee K-12 policy at Ed Dept
Frank Brogan, who formerly served with Jeb Bush, has supported policies similar to those promoted by U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos.
By Amelia Harper • Dec. 13, 2017 -
Suburban Chicago district overhauls approach to learning via E-rate funds
The Cicero Public School District 99 overhauled its infrastructure to take full advantage of Chromebook capabilities.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 13, 2017 -
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Classroom tech keeps parents connected to young students
Using a parent communication app, one Ohio preschool is sharing helpful parenting information and posting photos of what children do throughout the day.
By Linda Jacobson • Dec. 13, 2017 -
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Deep DiveLooking for SEL programs? New RAND report has answers
ESSA provides multiple opportunities for implementing social-emotional learning.
By Linda Jacobson • Dec. 13, 2017 -
Vocational ed must place more focus on lifelong learning, soft skills
With the job market in flux due to technological advances, students will need foundational skills as well as the four C’s: critical thinking, communication, collaboration and creativity
By Amelia Harper • Dec. 13, 2017
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