K-12: Page 180
-
Nonprofits help school districts make good decisions on ed tech
LEAP Innovations in Chicago and LearnLaunch in Boston have developed programs to support school administrators in choosing the best ed tech for their particular student and staff needs.
By Tara García Mathewson • Feb. 16, 2017 -
Florida Virtual School model shows online learning can be engaging
The eSchool Media and Xirrus Innovate to Educate awards program recognized the school's work helping elementary students succeed online, but is the model for everyone?
By Tara García Mathewson • Feb. 16, 2017 -
Trendline
Curriculum
Educators are exploring a variety of strategies to improve students’ learning experiences while continuing to navigate ongoing political disputes.
By K-12 Dive staff -
Deep Dive
Former House education chair talks ESSA, accountability, responsibility to educate all
Few have had a front-row seat to the changes in federal education policy over the last 40 years like former Rep. George Miller.
By Autumn A. Arnett • Feb. 15, 2017 -
How are educators using Google Expeditions in their classrooms?
Virtual reality is expected to have a major impact in the coming years, and early adopters have already explored ways to bring the tech to their students.
By Tara García Mathewson • Feb. 15, 2017 -
New Jersey school taps blended learning to increase equity
The Morris School District has 35% of its students enrolled in the free or reduced-price lunch program, and low-income students tend to have limited success.
By Tara García Mathewson • Feb. 15, 2017 -
Pennsylvania principal lauds individualized instruction for administrator PD
McConnellsburg Middle and High School Principal Erich May says individualized leadership coaching can come from something as simple as a walk in the park.
By Tara García Mathewson • Feb. 15, 2017 -
Michigan considers $20M boost to vocational ed
Gov. Rick Snyder has proposed a competition grant program to help schools afford new equipment for vocational classes as part of a bigger plan to break down stereotypes about the skilled trades.
By Tara García Mathewson • Feb. 15, 2017 -
New state school chiefs, legislative committee chairs face intense pressure
An Education Week analysis found more than half of legislative education committee chairs have no outside experience in K-12 schools or policy, and 10 state chiefs have no classroom experience.
By Tara García Mathewson • Feb. 15, 2017 -
Parent engagement can have wide-ranging benefits for pre-K success
In the second brief of a 10-part series examining social-emotional development, Pennsylvania State University researchers highlight effective engagement programs.
By Tara García Mathewson • Feb. 14, 2017 -
For longterm makerspace sustainability, explore formats and partnerships
The idea of creating a makerspace can be daunting, but the K-12 science coordinator for Lamar Conslidated ISD in Texas shared tips with teachers during last week’s TCEA convention.
By Tara García Mathewson • Feb. 14, 2017 -
Attracting and retaining qualified teachers requires external, internal support
Julie Kasper, a National Board Certified Teacher who left the classroom after 14 years, writes there are important ways those in the education and policy fields, as well as others, can support teachers.
By Tara García Mathewson • Feb. 14, 2017 -
How can schools best serve students with incarcerated parents?
Students dealing with changes at home due to parental incarceration can develop behavioral problems and become careless about their academics.
By Tara García Mathewson • Feb. 14, 2017 -
Could the Office of Ed Tech land on the chopping block?
While it is fairly unlikely the U.S. Department of Education will be shuttered by the Trump administration, projects given attention under the Obama administration may not continue.
By Tara García Mathewson • Feb. 14, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Digital ed tech pricing library brings transparency to procurement
The Technology for Education Consortium Data Platform allows districts to become members, share their own procurement data, and view anonymized price comparisons and reviews.
By Tara García Mathewson • Feb. 13, 2017 -
Rural public schools worry 'school choice' focus will leave them out
Remote school districts generally offer the only option for families with school-aged children because charter and private options routinely concentrate in cities.
By Tara García Mathewson • Feb. 13, 2017 -
Research indicates mindfulness is a trendy strategy that actually works
A 2014 study found 30-minute, twice-per-week mindfulness sessions reduced students' stress and led to better behavior, and a 2015 study tied the practice to higher retention and math grades.
By Tara García Mathewson • Feb. 13, 2017 -
Texas district sees learning gains after giving kindergartners Chromebooks
The Wichita Falls Independent School District’s devices experiment resulted in increased student engagement and better outcomes, especially for students with special needs.
By Tara García Mathewson • Feb. 13, 2017 -
Audit calls one-third of Tennessee high school grads' qualifications into question
The state department of education conducted the first audit of graduates’ qualifications, finding many received diplomas without meeting state requirements.
By Tara García Mathewson • Feb. 13, 2017 -
DeVos tells states to maintain ESSA timelines despite potential changes
The new U.S. secretary of education wants to maintain the timeline set by the Obama administration for reviewing state plans despite debates around accountability regulations.
By Tara García Mathewson • Feb. 13, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Personalized Learning: What educators need to know
Check out our five must-read stories on one of education's hottest trends.
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 10, 2017 -
Retrieved from U.S. Department of Agriculture.
It may get harder to serve healthy school lunches
The Community Eligibility Provision has allowed school districts with high concentrations of poverty to offer every student free meals, but the GOP may eliminate it.
By Tara García Mathewson • Feb. 10, 2017 -
Lack of trust in teachers may inhibit black, Latino student success
Psychology researchers at UT-Austin found middle schoolers who lose trust in their teachers because of perceived mistreatment in school are less likely to go to college, even if they were high-performers.
By Tara García Mathewson • Feb. 10, 2017 -
Report: Growing number of underprepared teachers in California classrooms
The Learning Policy Institute tracked the increase in intern credentials, permits and waivers issued for the state's teachers, using that number as a proxy for the severity of the teacher shortage.
By Tara García Mathewson • Feb. 10, 2017 -
NYC community schools effort comes with big money but uneven implementation
The city named 94 “renewal” schools in 2014, based on low performance, and required their improvement efforts be done with community partners.
By Tara García Mathewson • Feb. 10, 2017 -
House votes to overturn some ESSA regulations, Senate may follow
The House resolutions focused on regulations finalized by the Obama administration relating to accountability and teacher prep programs.
By Tara García Mathewson • Feb. 10, 2017
Previous
