K-12: Page 164
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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 -
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
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 -
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 -
Is it time to reconsider your LMS?
Learning management systems must be constantly reappraised to ensure that it is the best fit for users and instructors, according to eLearning Industry.
By Pat Donachie • June 12, 2017 -
Report examines how other countries improve teacher quality
High-performing education systems in other countries often mandate higher standards for applicants and support teachers with competitive salaries and training.
By Pat Donachie • June 12, 2017 -
Are private schools beholden to civil rights laws?
With the Trump administration advocating for greater school choice, should federal funding be tied to schools' commitment to equitable treatment for all?
By Shalina Chatlani • June 11, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Arizona district increases graduation rates with pull-out learning center
Students are automatically enrolled in the Desert Winds Learning Center if their accumulated credits drop below what is considered on-track for graduation.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 9, 2017 -
Rhode Island putting power in teachers' hands with more autonomy around experimentation
The state is setting the standard for how to handle ed tech strategy at the state and local level.
By Roger Riddell • June 9, 2017 -
Grand Rapids establishes middle school in museum
Students at the Grand Rapids Public Museum-based school can take advantage of the institution's collection and visiting exhibitions for firsthand interactions with a wide array of resources.
By Pat Donachie • June 9, 2017 -
Critics allege some California districts misspend billions
Gov. Jerry Brown pledged to work to close gaps in learning statewide with massive financial investments, but many feel that districts haven't used the funds as intended.
By Pat Donachie • June 9, 2017 -
Maryland school district pays millions in admin staff leave
After several prominent child abuse cases, Prince George's County School District enacted new abuse reporting policies, but some fear it has led to massive costs in administrative leave.
By Pat Donachie • June 9, 2017 -
Study: HS science teachers know as little about climate change as average American
The report's author, U of Missouri College of Education Assistant Professor Benjamin Herman, blamed a lack of professional development and an inability to think through a multidisciplinary lens for the knowledge deficit.
By Autumn A. Arnett • June 9, 2017 -
Students build satellites as educators show greater focus on upgrading STEM education
Educators are shifting towards cultivating a more hands-on and upgraded STEM education experience.
By Shalina Chatlani • June 8, 2017 -
Department of Energy
Can schools enhance science ed by looking to nonprofits?
Numerous schools throughout California are seeking the help of nonprofits to cultivate a more creative science curriculum under the Next Generation Science Standards.
By Shalina Chatlani • June 8, 2017 -
Can sharing superintendents improve education across small districts?
Iowa's Akron-Westfield, Lawton-Bronson and Whiting school districts are among a rising number embracing the practice to save money.
By Roger Riddell • June 8, 2017 -
Teachers must be classroom disrupters as automation gains steam
In order to adequately prepare students for a workforce increasingly dominated by automation, teachers must not only integrate tech into the classroom but also effectively teach human-centric values.
By Shalina Chatlani • June 8, 2017 -
Deep Dive
DC Public Schools practices data-informed college advising
Armed with information about how DCPS students do at particular colleges, educators and advisors offer tailored insights about likelihood of success.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 8, 2017 -
Summer provides ample opportunity for individualized PD
The last day of school doesn't always mean teachers' work is done.
By Roger Riddell • June 7, 2017 -
21st century learning necessitates traditional classroom design upgrade
The arrangement of the classroom in an "industrial era" manner can negatively impact how students engage with learning material, but experts say there are a number of ways to change that.
By Shalina Chatlani • June 7, 2017 -
Report studies international pre-K policies
Access to early childhood education remains higher in most other industrialized nations, and a new report examined what policies may be increasing access.
By Pat Donachie • June 7, 2017 -
Report: ESSA could expand arts opportunities and funding
A study from the Education Commission of the States promotes the opportunities schools and districts can find in the rollout of the Every Student Succeeds Act when it comes to engaging with the arts.
By Pat Donachie • June 7, 2017 -
Opportunities on the rise for teachers to work remotely
Educators are increasingly able to work from home, according to new job postings touting open positions for online teachers.
By Pat Donachie • June 7, 2017 -
Should there be an accrediting body for online K-12 providers?
Online credit recovery programs are cheaper and, some say, more efficient than any other option to help schools and districts boost graduation rates, but some question the quality of education students are receiving.
By Autumn A. Arnett • June 7, 2017 -
Survey shows room for STEM ed improvement
Lockheed Martin stressed that a STEM workforce will be vital if the country ever intends to conduct a manned mission to Mars, but a survey found some educators are worried curricula and resources aren't yet up to the task.
By Pat Donachie • June 6, 2017
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