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Building culture of trust key to effective school leadership
Every person within a school district needs to examine whether they are able to trust in one another and if they themselves are trustworthy.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 22, 2017 -
Deep Dive
The school that Khan built
In what could be the ultimate example of flipped learning, Khan Lab School students and teachers learn and work downstairs from Khan Academy, the repository of online educational videos founded by educator Salman Khan.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 21, 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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Paul Robeson HS principal says relationships key to impressive turnaround
An initial sense of disconnectedness was coupled with a sense of purpose and urgency, according to Principal Richard Gordon IV.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 21, 2017 -
Virginia considers factors beyond test scores in new accreditation system
The state will also look at how much a school is improving, whether it is narrowing achievement gaps and absenteeism rates.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 21, 2017 -
SEL bolsters math achievement for San Francisco USD
San Francisco's mathematics supervisor says incorporating concepts like persistence and growth mindset into math instruction has created an environment where students are comfortable making mistakes and trying again.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 21, 2017 -
Schools must adopt strategies to help students deal with trauma
Adverse childhood experiences can create barriers to learning, but even one individual can help create a sense of safety that facilitates healing.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 21, 2017 -
Does noting a subject's difficulty hold students back?
One educator found that middle school students could succeed at high school math if they didn't know that it was intended for higher grade levels.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 20, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Tech and early childhood: Speakers say digital tools should be 'interactive with interaction'
A session at the National Association for the Education of Young Children's annual conference highlighted Fred Rogers' influence on the use of media with the youngest students.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 20, 2017 -
Massachusetts legislation allows instruction in students' home language
Supporters of the bill, including some members of the legislature, said they know English immersion doesn’t work for every student.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 20, 2017 -
150 years of NCES ed data highlight explosion in population, spending
The NCES, which remains independent of the U.S. Department of Education, has served a largely statistical and informational function, but has impacted education by the publication of its results.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 20, 2017 -
Schools look at creative solutions to fund pre-k
Research shows that child development during the pre-k years has a big impact on future academic success, but finding money for such programs remains a challenge.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 20, 2017 -
Gee, dyslexia and coding: The week's most-read education news
Stay ahead of the class with the latest on efforts to address dyslexia in the classroom and more here!
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 17, 2017 -
Deep Dive
How can educators blend rigor with early-childhood education practices?
As part of a partnership in New Jersey, researchers examined how children in K-3 are currently spending their day.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 17, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Recess: An ode to the hand turkey
Can this simple assignment be for more than just the birds?
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 17, 2017 -
Report outlines ways to improve learning opportunities for students in rural areas
New research recommends Congress extend funding for the Children’s Health Insurance Program and help schools better access Medicaid funding.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 17, 2017 -
Tech offers opportunities to expand, enhance SEL
Videoconferencing, for example, can help foster cross-cultural empathy by connecting students around the world.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 17, 2017 -
Journaling helps students strengthen writing skills, build relationships
Journaling provides a time for self-reflection, development of arguments and ideas, and the creation of narrative seeds that can be shared later on a larger stage in the classroom or online.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 17, 2017 -
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Inquiry-based science instruction hones critical thinking skills
The hands-on experimentation at the center of the approach can benefit students beyond just the STEM subjects.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 17, 2017 -
IoT simplifies facilities management, school busing
Despite the benefits, districts must also remain vigilant about cybersecurity threats posed by the expanding variety of devices accessing networks.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 16, 2017 -
Delaware's Pathways program considered a model for the nation
Pathways exist in fields such as manufacturing, computer science, finance and hospitality management.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 16, 2017 -
Research analysis shows long-term benefits of center-based pre-K programs
When young children participate in such programs, future placement in special education is reduced by 8.1%.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 16, 2017 -
Senate version of tax bill would double teacher deduction to $500
Previous tax reform proposals from the Senate and House suggested cutting the deduction all together.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 16, 2017 -
'No-fail' grading may better reflect student knowledge
Since grade requirements are so variable, new forms of assessment may provide more information about student knowledge and effort.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 16, 2017 -
VR immerses prospective teachers in classroom chaos
A University of Buffalo, SUNY, program uses a VR headset and 360-degree videos to place pre-service teachers in the thick of challenges like students playing on cell phones.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 15, 2017 -
Study: Inclusion impacts teaching time, but is far from sole factor
More training and better supports are needed to best facilitate efforts to include students with disabilities in general education classrooms.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 15, 2017
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