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William & Mary is joining a national effort to turn soldiers into teachers
The institution is hosting a new hub — Troops to Teachers Virginia Center — that helps veterans and current army members enter the world of teaching.
By Shalina Chatlani • Nov. 13, 2017 -
Study: Chicago Public Schools leading in academic growth
Once labeled the worst school district in the nation, and despite lagging in national performance averages, the district's growth is outpacing its peers.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 13, 2017 -
Trendline
Curriculum
Educators are exploring a variety of strategies to improve students’ learning experiences while continuing to navigate ongoing political disputes.
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False assumptions in the classroom can lead to frustration, feelings of failure
The stance that students should already have a certain depth of knowledge, for example, can cloud teacher judgment.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 13, 2017 -
The Hour of Code is approaching: How can your school take part?
A variety of resources exist to help educators introduce students to computer science concepts across grade levels and subjects.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 10, 2017 -
Nevada district uses data tool to increase graduation rates
The tool shows all the credits each student has earned toward graduation.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 10, 2017 -
Deep Dive
What K12 administrators need to know about student engagement
Check out our 5 must-read stories on getting students' attention and fostering a passion for learning.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 10, 2017 -
Column
Pre-to-3: Early educators head to Atlanta
A featured session at the National Association for the Education of Young Children’s annual conference is set to focus on technology use in early childhood.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 10, 2017 -
Community schools serve communities, not just students
Schools can be the logical place to connect students and their families with the community resources to make their lives better.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 10, 2017 -
New study reveals impact of school environment on gender-based reading scores
The research was conducted in part because research shows that girls generally outperform boys on almost every indicator of educational achievement.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 10, 2017 -
Willingness to talk about race can foster inclusiveness in multicultural classrooms
Schools need to use strategies to create a safe space to discuss important racial issues.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 9, 2017 -
Tech is making ed more inclusive, accessible to students with special needs
Ensuring platforms are completely accessible and that lessons are designed to play to a variety of individual students' strengths are key to lifting the tide for all students.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 9, 2017 -
How can schools ensure culture initiatives are implemented uniformly?
School culture can have a significant impact on student achievement, but making sure all classrooms enact a consistent vision can be difficult.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 9, 2017 -
Despite progress, California's Latino students still face multiple educational challenges
In 2017, for example, less than a third of Latino 3rd graders met or exceeded the state’s English standards, according to a new report from The Education Trust-West.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 9, 2017 -
Positive after-school settings can boost students' academic performance
The study focuses on 256 mostly black and Hispanic elementary and middle school students attending five after-school programs operated by a large nonprofit organization.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 8, 2017 -
More families choosing online preschool to prepare children for kindergarten
Online programs can meet the needs of families living in areas where public preschool is not available or of those who prefer to homeschool.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 8, 2017 -
AltSchool shift raises concerns of profits placed over educational promise
The Silicon Valley personalized learning startup recently announced it will close two of its lab school campuses in Palo Alto, CA, and New York City, and more focus is seemingly being placed on selling its platform.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 8, 2017 -
Teaching civil discourse more important now than ever
Students benefit in the long-term from knowing how to form, analyze and discuss opinions.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 8, 2017 -
Festivals can spark math interests in children, families
School math events can help parents better understand current instructional practices and aid with students' homework.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 8, 2017 -
Principals support SEL efforts, but want more teacher training
School leaders widely agree SEL can contribute to a positive school climate, improve relationships between students and teachers, and decrease bullying.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 7, 2017 -
Encouraging teacher voice can improve school culture
Central to these efforts is the "climate of trust" that can be fostered when teachers are empowered.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 7, 2017 -
What can states learn about teacher empowerment from California?
Opportunities to develop teacher leadership can build a sense of agency and lead to increases in student achievement.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 7, 2017 -
Tax proposal slashes $250 tax deduction for teachers
Teachers may lose educator expense deductions as a result of the GOP's tax bill.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 7, 2017 -
How did a Spanish teacher boost engagement through Minecraft?
The game offers opportunities to immerse language learners in a virtual environment requiring them to communicate using only that language.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 7, 2017 -
Deep Dive
5 tech trends influencing student engagement
With distractions on the rise, what's proving most effective at gaining and maintaining students' attention in the classroom?
By Jessica Leigh Brown • Nov. 6, 2017 -
Deep Dive6 administrators share strategies to gain — and maintain — student engagement
From design thinking to relevant lesson planning, these tactics have shown results in a variety of school environments.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 6, 2017
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