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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 -
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 -
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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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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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
School nurse shortage poses risks to students
In North Carolina, for example, some nurses are responsible for providing care for as many as six schools.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 15, 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 -
Surge in hate speech has educators concerned
Anecdotal reports indicate an increase in hate speech and racially-charged incidents this fall in schools.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 15, 2017 -
Diversifying teaching staff requires focus, homegrown strategies
Having teachers who reflect a variety of cultural backgrounds and life experiences can lead to improvements in student success.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 15, 2017 -
Report: In making changes, many states leave key Common Core components intact
While it doesn't make direct comparisons, Achieve's new report finds the standards mostly remain as intended following adjustments in states that made revisions.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 14, 2017 -
Marijuana legalization creates drug education challenges
A RAND Corporation researcher notes that students tend to think that if it’s legal, it must be OK for them to use it.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 14, 2017 -
Schools get creative to encourage physical activity
The goal of less-traditional approaches to curriculum is to incorporate activities that students are more likely to enjoy and pursue outside of school as well.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 14, 2017 -
Universal dyslexia screening improves odds of success in school
As the understanding of dyslexia increases, schools must be aware of new strategies to address the condition.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 14, 2017 -
School districts seek more cost-effective PD approaches
Are most professional development options for teachers worth the hefty price tag?
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 14, 2017 -
SEL for adults: Schools add programs to support teachers' mental health
One program developed by a University of Virginia researcher, for example, focuses on helping teachers identify stress and emotions that occur during the school day
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 13, 2017 -
California introduces measures to stem the preschool-to-prison pipeline
States are looking to apply new federal guidelines designed to reduce the number of preschool expulsions.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 13, 2017 -
As devices replace textbooks, should students be charged fees?
State laws requiring public schools to provide free textbooks to students must be updated with the times, and so too must funding, as an ongoing debate in Ohio shows.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 13, 2017 -
Iowa joins states proposing school climate surveys in ESSA plans
The surveys would fulfill a requirement for a school quality or student success indicator in the state's accountability system.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 13, 2017
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