K-12: Page 142
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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 -
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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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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
Deep Dive
Schools creating new structures to encourage student voice
One superintendent says the biggest hurdle is "letting go and allowing kids to lead."
By Linda Jacobson • 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 -
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 -
Opinion
How can educators best promote student agency?
Ross Cooper, supervisor of instructional practice K-12 for Salisbury Township School District in Allentown, PA, shares how his district used the Education Reimagined model to engage students.
By Ross Cooper • Nov. 6, 2017 -
Study: Blending curriculum, PD can help novice teachers improve
A model studied by Mathematic Policy Research includes five institutes throughout the year, on-site coaching and online support.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 6, 2017 -
District takes steps to address student depression, suicide
The Edmonds School District (WA) began implementing a suicide prevention program that teaches students when to tell an adult they're concerned about one of their friends.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 6, 2017 -
For PBL success, don't get overwhelmed
An instructional coach recommends first and foremost that educators adopting project-based learning "don't go crazy."
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 6, 2017 -
Tech industrialists, administrators ponder how to best equip students for future careers
With economic shifts creating an uncertain future in the workforce, preparing students for careers that may not yet exist takes strategy and knowledge.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 6, 2017 -
Department of Energy
Engineering by Design program helps integrate STEM into curriculum
New York standards-based STEM curriculum helps learning come alive in project-based scenarios.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 6, 2017 -
Learning Policy Institute offers solutions for 'invisible problem' of teacher retention
Researchers say teacher preparation, school leadership and compensation are critical factors that predict turnover likelihood.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 3, 2017 -
Tennessee district's enrollment rises after boosting efforts to recruit, retain families
The increase has resulted in an additional $7.6 million in state funding this year.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 3, 2017 -
Coal-mined land may become Kentucky ed cooperative's drone lab
The now-unusable land could see second life as a location to expand STEM learning opportunities to a region in need of an economic turnaround.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 3, 2017 -
Freshman peer mentoring eases transition, improves high school success
Using carefully selected upperclassmen to mentor incoming students can help in the development of study skills and finding a place in a new school landscape.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 3, 2017 -
Carnegie Corporation partnership offers new funding for parent engagement projects
A new funding match can help enable schools to involve parents in student learning.
By Amelia Harper • Nov. 3, 2017 -
New SETDA resource shares digital material procurement best practices
While there's no one-size-fits-all solution for every state or district, bits and pieces of advice from each can assist in crafting the right approach.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 2, 2017
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