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Districts explore new ways to personalize, evaluate PD
Personalized, competency-based learning is not just for students anymore.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 14, 2017 -
Districts explore ways to increase communication with ESL parents
A multicultural world demands creative solutions for increasing teacher-parent communication.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 13, 2017 -
Trendline
Learning Loss
Our latest K-12 Dive Trendline takes a closer look at how educators are addressing learning loss, as well as achievement trends and developments.
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AFT parent poll shows support for public schools
Respondents' top priorities are for schools to provide a safe environment and help students graduate with the skills they need for college.
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 13, 2017 -
WKU 'train the trainer' program aims to equip educators with STEM skills
Close to a dozen educators from across the nation will learn how to teach modern science skills while building a community of peers for support and guidance.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 13, 2017 -
Federal grants will support ELL training for teachers
The funds can be used to train teachers as well as administrators, paraprofessionals and others who work with English language learners.
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 13, 2017 -
The school gun debate rages on
Will arming school staff better protect students in the event of the unthinkable?
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 13, 2017 -
Adaptive learning growth highlights heightened cybersecurity concerns
In the wake of cybersecurity events like the recent Equifax breach, protecting student data must be a top priority for districts and schools nationwide.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 12, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Amid Harvey and Irma, NC school reflects on recovery after Hurricane Matthew
Princeville Elementary School can offer a window into what schools in Texas and Florida can expect when rebuilding.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 12, 2017 -
CoSN toolkit provides guide for superintendents to close digital equity gaps
CoSN CEO Keith Krueger says that, despite being concerned about digital equity, 70% of superintendents report that they aren't doing anything about it.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 12, 2017 -
New study points to benefits of personalized learning
One Alabama district reportedly saw a 72% increase in test scores for grades 3 through 8.
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 12, 2017 -
California adopts English Learning Roadmap to inform ELL instruction
For the first time in a generation, California adopts a first new policy for English language learners.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 12, 2017 -
Districts seek new strategies in dealing with special ed shortages
As the population of students needing services grows, special education teachers and paraprofessionals are in even greater demand.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 12, 2017 -
Gallup 2017 survey of K-12 superintendents highlights challenges facing districts
A majority of district leaders report budget shortfalls among their greatest challenges, and 66% across all types of districts report seeing fewer new teacher candidates.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 11, 2017 -
More districts creating high school internship programs
Students will also receive training in "soft skills."
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 11, 2017 -
Celebrities urge audience to 'rethink' high schools in live broadcast
Winning XQ "super" schools are receiving funds to implement new designs.
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 11, 2017 -
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3 benefits of independent reading—and how to make it work in your classroom
Independent reading programs can increase student engagement, build stronger reading skills and help turn students into lifelong readers.
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New rule may change how federal special ed dollars can be used
Under a new bias rule, schools will need to become more vigilant about the way minority students are treated when it comes to special education and discipline.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 11, 2017 -
Administrative communication, thoughtful support strategies boost teacher success
By supporting teachers from the beginning of the year, school administrators can lessen their own crisis load.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 11, 2017 -
DACA, tech struggles and e-sports: The week's most-read education news
Stay ahead of the class with the latest on Rhode Island's approach to university-industry workforce development partnerships and more here.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 8, 2017 -
29% of teens report having cheated with devices
A June McAfee survey of students from the U.S., Australia, Canada and the U.K. found American students made up the highest portion reporting having cheated.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 8, 2017 -
'Project slices' can help educators optimize PBL
Replicating a condensed version of a larger project over the course of a day or so with peers allows educators to reflect on what works and how the assignment can be improved.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 8, 2017 -
More schools considering later start times for older students
A RAND study showed pushing back start times could add more than $80 billion to the economy in terms of higher graduation rates and fewer health problems.
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 8, 2017 -
Cambridge curriculum gaining steam in U.S. for college prep
AP and IB programs may have a run for their money as the program expands in the states.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 8, 2017 -
School environment and stability play a role in teacher effectiveness
Administrators can influence teacher effectiveness by putting proper supports in place.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 8, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Following DACA decision, districts boost efforts to provide support and accurate information
A significant number of educators and school personnel will be impacted alongside students.
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 7, 2017
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