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Freeing families from the homework burden may yield surprising results
Finding the right homework balance can help school districts and students succeed.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 26, 2017 -
Starting the year off right means building strong parent communication
Student achievement can be significantly impacted by better communication between educators and parents.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 26, 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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BranchED initiative aims to boost teacher diversity with minority-serving institutions
Over 50% of public school students in the U.S. are considered minority populations while only 20% of public school teachers are nonwhite.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 26, 2017 -
Private sector to join Trump administration in STEM initiative
A presidential memorandum signed Monday afternoon will direct at least $200 million annually in grant funding to STEM and computer science education.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 26, 2017 -
Appearance reported by students as top reason for bullying; experiences vary by gender identity
Data show that despite growing attention to cyberbullying, most students say they still experience bullying in person.
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 26, 2017 -
Chicago schools partner with Genesys for symbiotic internship opportunity
Students gain on-the-job tech training while serving their home district.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 26, 2017 -
Deep DiveHow do you choose an open educational resource?
As classrooms go digital, OERs are gaining popularity — but discerning quality can take some additional research.
By Jessica Leigh Brown • Sept. 25, 2017 -
Opinion
Digital course materials a game-changer but still require good teachers
North Lakeland School District Superintendent Brent Jelinski details the progress he's seen with digital course materials in his district's schools.
By Brent Jelinski • Sept. 25, 2017 -
Deep Dive
3 critical digital course materials questions, answered
The influx of devices guarantees digital materials are here to stay — and there's more to them than you might expect
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 25, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Administrators consider teachers' professional learning needs in using digital, OER resources
Experts recommend redirecting textbook savings into teacher training.
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 25, 2017 -
ResearchED conference demonstrates growing influence of teacher leadership
The goal of researchED, which began in the U.K., is to connect with those working in the classroom and help them become better informed about the latest school reform initiatives.
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 25, 2017 -
Incorporating AV, media skills into lessons promotes soft skills
Infusing the development of AV and media skills into curriculum can bolster students' growth in critical thinking, communication, collaboration and creativity.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 25, 2017 -
California first to offer enhanced GreatSchools school rating dashboard to public
How do schools balance the need for transparency with the need to tell their story?
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 25, 2017 -
Mold infestation leads to classroom innovation in some California schools
Modernizing classroom design can impact student achievement.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 25, 2017 -
Want students to embrace STEM? Use real-world scenarios
Ensuring students have a clearer understanding of the bigger picture as it relates to the skills they're learning is key to setting them on the path to success in any field.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 22, 2017 -
RAND study provides early lessons on personalized learning model
In survey responses, students said that they received help planning high school experiences, but about one-fourth said they weren’t sure whether they were on track for graduation.
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 22, 2017 -
'One-size-fits-all' approach dead for teacher PD, too
A better approach combines constantly evolving resources on- and offline, and necessitates recognition by a district that professional development is no longer something that can be wiped out in a day.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 22, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Civics ed key to equity, improving discourse
In a turbulent political climate, civics is crucial to helping students engage with and process the world around them.
By Shalina Chatlani , Autumn A. Arnett • Sept. 22, 2017 -
Rural school districts face special challenges in recruiting teachers
Some small, high-poverty districts are finding it difficult to attract applicants for teaching positions.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 22, 2017 -
Tech, personalization ease immigrant student integration
For districts with high refugee and immigrant populations, integration often requires creative solutions.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 22, 2017 -
After controversial seven years, most states still use Common Core
Despite pushback, lawsuits and uncertain results, Common Core is still largely the standard.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 21, 2017 -
Videoconferencing helps rural districts bring in qualified teachers
The practice is also suggested to improve collaboration skills by preparing students for a workforce in which they or many of their coworkers will be telecommuting
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 21, 2017 -
Study suggests Head Start does break the cycle of poverty
The intergenerational benefits include less teen parenting and criminal activity as well as greater higher educational attainment.
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 21, 2017 -
Combining schools may help financially strapped districts survive
District leaders must consider the impact on personnel costs, including teaching allotments and the likely reduced cost of clerks, bookkeepers, maintenance workers and other non-certified staff.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 21, 2017 -
New framework shows how young students learn 21st century skills
Teachers can encourage skills such as flexibility or adaptability through child-centered and play-based approaches.
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 20, 2017
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