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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 GarcĂa Mathewson • Feb. 15, 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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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 GarcĂa 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 GarcĂa 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 GarcĂa 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 GarcĂa 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 GarcĂa 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 GarcĂa 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 GarcĂa 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 GarcĂa 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 GarcĂa 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 GarcĂa 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 GarcĂa 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 GarcĂa 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 GarcĂa 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 GarcĂa 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 GarcĂa 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 -
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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 GarcĂa 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 GarcĂa 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 GarcĂa 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 GarcĂa 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 GarcĂa Mathewson • Feb. 10, 2017 -
Deep Dive
The next generation of charter school innovation and impact
Early charter school growth was often framed as an opportunity to improve public education by freeing charter schools to innovate and send good strategies back to district-run schools.
By Tara GarcĂa Mathewson • Feb. 9, 2017 -
In first address as Ed Sec, DeVos calls for 'common ground'
The newly-confirmed head of the U.S. Department of Education asked the education community to put aside differences and put students first.
By Autumn A. Arnett • Feb. 9, 2017
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