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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 -
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Educators are exploring a variety of strategies to improve students’ learning experiences while continuing to navigate ongoing political disputes.
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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.
Sept. 11, 2017 -
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 -
'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 -
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 -
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 -
Florida program would direct additional funds to struggling schools
Two South Florida districts hope to use the Schools of Hope funds to recruit and retain highly qualified teachers.
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 7, 2017 -
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Schools might see more changes to school lunch rules under Trump administration
Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue has already loosened some of the 2010 law's requirements.
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 7, 2017 -
Cloud usage to grow 26% annually in ed through 2021
K-12 in particular has seen cloud usage grow alongside the influx of devices into daily learning due to its ability to increase access via productivity suites and virtual desktops.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 7, 2017 -
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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 -
South Florida schools close as Irma threatens coast
Several districts and colleges and universities have announced closures as evacuation orders take effect.
By Autumn A. Arnett • Sept. 7, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Rhode Island models university-industry partnerships for effective workforce development
The emphasis on building vocational programs across higher ed and industry has helped the state's economy rebound in the years following the Great Recession.
By Pat Donachie • Sept. 7, 2017 -
Peer feedback in writing teaches students how to use words to an advantage
Teaching children to assess one another's writing provides benefits to all involved.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 7, 2017 -
Sensory rooms can improve special education comfort, engagement
Providing a safe space for special needs students can improve the school experience, but educators will need additional training to create individualized plans to use such a room in an effective and intentional way.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 7, 2017 -
Cost remains broadband roadblock for many schools
A new survey from CoSN highlights broadband infrastructure challenges in the classroom and beyond.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 6, 2017 -
In-house teacher coaching programs streamline PD, cut costs
Peer-led coaching can greatly improve teacher efficacy — and districts don't necessarily need to look beyond their borders to provide it.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 6, 2017 -
Addressing mold early can net savings for districts
A small maintenance problem can grow into a financial nightmare for school districts if ignored.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 6, 2017
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