Using differentiation to overcome class size, time constraints

Consultant John McCarthy offers concrete strategies for using differentiation to make large classes more manageable and get meaningful work done in shorter periods.

By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 21, 2016

Majority-white city aims to leave majority-black district in Alabama

The Jefferson County Schools have been under monitoring by federal courts since a 1971 ruling that they tended toward segregating students, and the latest attempt has to be approved by a judge.

By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 21, 2016

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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. 

By K-12 Dive staff

Detroit lawsuits could shape national education landscape

Two federal lawsuits out of Detroit are asking judges to determine whether students have a constitutional right to literacy education and to learn in well-maintained buildings.

By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 21, 2016

Connecticut school uses 'Mindset Man' to develop growth mindset among students

West Woods Upper Elementary School's superhero character teaches students it’s OK to make mistakes and that if they put in enough effort, they can improve their performance.

By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 21, 2016

School secretary survey covers tech readiness, spending, major challenges

A survey of 200 school secretaries found 44% expect to spend more on digital/online instructional materials this year, and nearly all consider their schools to be technology-ready.

By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 21, 2016

Administrators, faculty should curate school stories

Every school and classroom has its own story that can be told by students and teachers to add context to a higher-level vision, mission statement and slogan.

By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 20, 2016

New Alabama ed chief admits inflated grad rate

State Superintendent of Education Michael Sentance said high schools have “misstated student records” and the education department failed to provide proper oversight.

By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 20, 2016

Ed Dept announces teacher and school leader grant competition

Applications can be submitted now through March 24, 2017, but while President Barack Obama requested $250 million for the competition, funds will depend on the next Congress.

By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 20, 2016

Heeding research, states investing in school counselors

Minnesota, Tennessee, Colorado and Indiana are among those focusing on school counseling to prepare students for high school graduation, college and beyond.

By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 20, 2016

Few companies have fully funded their ConnectED promises so far

The White House released a fact sheet about the initiative, but the amount of software and devices donated doesn’t seem to reach the $100-million-plus commitments.

By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 20, 2016

Is literature the answer to tackling poor civics curriculum?

Educators are now reassessing the importance of civics education in light of the 2016 election, and experts say literature can offer a valuable resource for discussing social issues. 

By Shalina Chatlani • Dec. 19, 2016

UCLA works to revitalize struggling secondary schools

The university is pairing human and financial resources to fill in support gaps to secondary schools from public resources.

By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 19, 2016

Illinois law requires students to practice safe police interactions

A new law adds lessons in driver’s ed courses about how to behave during traffic stops, and a Texas senator has proposed a similar bill.

By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 19, 2016

California districts form consortium to improve computer science ed

The Inland Empire Code Consortium is composed of the Riverside Unified School District and 10 others east of Los Angeles, all of which serve 272,700 students.

By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 19, 2016

Should experienced teachers help determine teacher prep focus?

While some experts believe teachers are critical go-to sources to determine how teacher preparation programs should improve, others say their skills can be outdated.

By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 19, 2016

Librarians can play central role in creating 'Future Ready' schools

The Alliance for Excellent Education leads the Future Ready Schools movement and has a special framework for where librarians fit into school change.

By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 19, 2016

NYC program helps autism spectrum students graduate, attend college

ASD Nest puts students in supported general education classrooms thoughout their K-12 tenure as a way to improve academic outcomes.

By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 19, 2016

DeVos' Detroit charter law influence offers insight on how she might approach ed nationally

The Secretary of Education nominee used her power as an influential Republican donor to kill legislation that would have provided oversight of Detroit’s troubled charter sector.

By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 16, 2016

In teacher training, actual classroom time more valuable than simulation

While simulations do exist to give teachers-in-training a chance to lead a fake classroom, there are several reasons why they still can’t stack up to the real thing.

By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 16, 2016

Making 'CS for All' include students with disabilities

The A. Harry Moore School of New Jersey City University celebrated Computer Science Education Week this year with a coding carnival that featured universal design principles.

By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 16, 2016

Portland dual language study linked to significant reading gains

A study of Portland Public Schools’ program, where students are assigned by lottery, provides unusually compelling evidence in favor of the power of dual language instruction for all students.

By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 16, 2016

Bay Area school uses music, games to help students succeed

Teachers at Los Medanos Elementary School in Pittsburg, CA, create lyrics and fun games to help students understand otherwise dry topics.

By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 16, 2016

Chicago school transforms student engagement with personalized learning

Joseph Lovett Elementary School has seen a range of benefits from a shift toward personalized learning, including better student engagement, behavior and academic performance.

By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 15, 2016

Experts see Bluetooth-enabled classes, improved devices on the horizon

District Administration sees super-thin tablet and notebook screens and Internet of Things connectivity growing in 2017 and beyond.

By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 15, 2016

New York to streamline school violence reporting system

The Violent and Disruptive Incident Reporting System asked schools to self-report across 20 categories that were confusing and overly legalistic, but now it will make do with nine categories.

By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 15, 2016