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9 benefits of implementing innovative education
Educators who turn towards project-based learning will see that students are not only interested and engaged, but also gaining hands-on experience necessary for the real-world.
By Shalina Chatlani • June 19, 2017 -
DC sees its first charter unionization push
Administrators at Cesar Chavez Prep Middle School in Northwest D.C. are supportive of a recent near-unanimous vote by teachers to form a union last Thursday.
By Shalina Chatlani • June 18, 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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Lack of resources in summer schools create hurdles for teachers
Staff and materials are scarce in the summer months, making it difficult to serve students.
By Pat Donachie • June 16, 2017 -
Deep Dive
EdTech: What K-12 educators need to know
Technology is changing the way the entire world operates — from commerce to transportation — and education is no exception.
By Autumn A. Arnett • June 16, 2017 -
Charter network Summit Public Schools implements personalized learning programs across nation
The Summit Learning Program looks to help students master content through individual and collaborative projects which also emphasize cognitive skill development.
By Shalina Chatlani • June 16, 2017 -
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New York spends 86% more than national average on schools, finds latest Census report
Spending in the state is driven primarily by instructional salaries and teacher benefits.
By Shalina Chatlani • June 16, 2017 -
DeVos' early feedback on state ESSA plans suggests focus on equity
Delaware, Nevada and New Mexico are being asked to revise their plans to include more details around how the states will promote increased student achievement and ensure students of color are not left behind.
By Autumn A. Arnett • June 15, 2017 -
LA Unified streamlines enrollment options
The Los Angeles Board of Education approved a measure to allow students and families to apply for any district school on one online application.
By Pat Donachie • June 15, 2017 -
Faulty AP exam data spells problems for California Department of Education
An investigation finds misreported information on advanced placement scores dating back several years.
By Pat Donachie • June 15, 2017 -
APICS launches K-12 supply chain education program
A supply chain talent crisis is on the horizon. So companies, industry associations and education professionals are joining forces to inspire a new generation of workers.
By Jennifer McKevitt • June 15, 2017 -
Michigan's new pension deal automatically enrolls teachers in 401(k) plans
Teachers can opt out within 75 days, but it could end up costing them more money.
By Shalina Chatlani • June 14, 2017 -
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LocknCharge and Sphero Edu Roll into ISTE 2017
Mobile devices are expanding beyond traditional technologies to support STEAM learning in classrooms. LocknCharge and Sphero Edu are working to advance tools for this second wave of device deployments that is gaining traction.
June 14, 2017 -
Rural schools are lacking necessary resources, report finds
One in four American schools are in rural districts, but many of these districts face lower funding and difficulty recruiting and retaining teachers, according to a new study.
By Pat Donachie • June 14, 2017 -
Teachers give low marks on schools' ed tech use
In a recent survey of educators, many expressed dissatisfaction with how technology is being leveraged in their schools to improve student learning.
By Pat Donachie • June 14, 2017 -
Multiple types of literacy assessments needed for a total picture
To better illustrate students' proficiency and progress on reading, educators must not be overly reliant on single tests, according to the International Literacy Association.
By Pat Donachie • June 14, 2017 -
New report highlights cognitive benefits of bilingual education
Bilingual students are better able to distinguish between voices, according to a new report from NYU’s Steinhardt School of Culture, Education and Human Development.
By Pat Donachie • June 14, 2017 -
Maine's focus on proficiency-based education could be model for other states
Schools are adopting new strategies in order to meet the requirements of a 2012 state law.
By Shalina Chatlani • June 14, 2017 -
High teacher stress levels can impact student learning abilities, study shows
The mental state of instructors can have a pronounced impact on their teaching effectiveness and student stress levels.
By Pat Donachie • June 13, 2017 -
Facebook testing new features to turn site into platform for online education
If the social network's developer community rolls these features out, it means that anyone on the site could start teaching online courses.
By Shalina Chatlani • June 13, 2017 -
Why education reform leaders are moving away from the for-profit charter school model
Reformers argue that public schools ought to serve students, not the shareholders.
By Shalina Chatlani • June 13, 2017 -
Opinion
Best practices to protect and empower students online
Hutto Independent School District Director of Technology Travis Brown offers his advice on how to protect students from illegal, indecent or time-wasting content without significantly limiting access online.
By Travis Brown, Director of Technology at Hutto ISD • June 12, 2017 -
Deep Dive
The top 5 trends in K-12 ed tech — and where they're headed
As technology becomes a mainstay for the classroom, K-12 administrators should consider these trends to ensure they are building solid ed tech strategies.
By Jessica Leigh Brown • June 12, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Bridging the digital divide: Districts work to overcome access deserts at school and at home
Not having access to reliable internet deeply impacts student learning and puts kids at a competitive disadvantage.
By Autumn A. Arnett • June 12, 2017 -
Deep Dive
3 tips for identifying what's useful in ed tech
What should K-12 administrators keep in mind when navigating the flood of pitches from vendors?
By Roger Riddell • June 12, 2017 -
More must be done to stoke girls' interest in STEM fields
Only 11% of girls from ages 13-17 are interested in pursuing a STEM career, according to new research from EY and Junior Achievement.
By Pat Donachie • June 12, 2017
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