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Two federal agencies expand computer science efforts
As part of Computer Science Education Week, the White House announced efforts to expand access to and quality of computer science education in the nation’s K-12 schools.
By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 7, 2016 -
Building a diverse teacher pipeline can start with former students
The Partnerships to Uplift Communities Schools give graduating seniors a letter inviting them back to join the Alumni Teach Project once they earn a bachelor’s degree.
By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 7, 2016 -
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Educators are exploring a variety of strategies to improve students’ learning experiences while continuing to navigate ongoing political disputes.
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Math game's coaching helps students embrace growth mindset
In an experiment with more than 5,000 students, Motion Math found mindset coaching improved persistence, engagement, mastery and student approach to challenge.
By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 6, 2016 -
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By Woodie Flowers, distinguished advisor to FIRST® and Pappalardo Professor Emeritus of Mechanical Engineering at MIT • Dec. 6, 2016 -
Personalization is foundational at New Hampshire's MC2 charter school
Each student has his or her own learning team, led by a teacher/advisor and including the student, parents and other adults.
By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 6, 2016 -
Only one-third of students rate their school culture positively
YouthTruth Student Survey released new data from 80,000 students in 24 states from grades 5-12, finding just 28% of 11th graders positively rate school culture.
By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 6, 2016 -
California elementary schools receive free resources for Family Code Nights
A corporate grant from Capital One Bank has sent more than 6,000 California principals free digital kits from MV Gate that make organizing a Family Code Night relatively easy.
By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 6, 2016 -
Waco schools push STEM with pre-K students
In the last two years, the preschool program in Texas' Waco ISD has dramatically expanded the time students spend on science, technology, engineering and math tasks.
By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 6, 2016 -
PISA finds US students still below average in math
The latest international assessment results also find America with significantly more low performers than Estonia, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore and Vietnam.
By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 6, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Challenges persist when gamifying education
Determining how to use gaming elements and to what extent remains a hurdle to unlocking its full potential for many.
By Shalina Chatlani • Dec. 5, 2016 -
More than 150K California students participate in career pathways
Career-oriented programs give students opportunities for hands-on learning and exposure to future jobs thanks to the Career Pathways Trust, which launched in 2014.
By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 5, 2016 -
Should student sleep patterns be considered when planning 1:1 devices?
A meta-analysis of 20 recent studies about device use and sleep quantity, quality and daytime sleepiness reveals cause for concern when it comes to sending devices home with students.
By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 5, 2016 -
Penn State prof, PhD candidate warn about cyber charters
Sociology professor David Baker and Ph.D. candidate Bryan Mann write that the Trump administration should be careful about allowing the cyber charter model to expand.
By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 5, 2016 -
Ed Dept resources aim to help jailed students transition back to school
The U.S. Department of Education has released new data about students in the justice system, a website for educators to help jailed students with disabilities and two resource guides.
By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 5, 2016 -
Survey: Classroom tech boosts fun, learning
A survey of 20,000 students and teachers by Quizlet asked participants what they think about technology in and out of the classroom, finding differences by age group and role.
By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 5, 2016 -
Oakland charter designed with students of color in mind
Roses in Concrete Community School aims to offer the enrichment opportunities common in wealthy, white, independent schools instead of the bootcamp-like test prep more common in urban areas.
By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 2, 2016 -
Data Quality Campaign analysis finds state report cards are failing
The organization's “Show Me the Data” report argues states are not making information accessible or easy to understand, but that can change with ESSA.
By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 2, 2016 -
Makerspaces create incentives for English learners
The maker movement has created a new strategy to engage students in STEM projects, and educators are finding it is also a way to improve language proficiency for ELLs.
By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 2, 2016 -
Superintendents find new ways to network nationwide
Administrators no longer need to wait for conferences to have meaningful networking opportunities with their peers in other districts — apps, school tours and new member associations can help.
By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 2, 2016 -
Market report details K-3 math purchasing habits by district
New research from Noodle Markets highlights which K-3 math curriculum products were tied to the greatest student achievement at specific income levels.
By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 2, 2016 -
Deep Dive
School leaders share tips for becoming 'Future Ready'
Three administrators from Massachusetts and Rhode Island discuss leadership strategies for building schools for the 21st century that support teacher innovation and student success.
By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 1, 2016 -
Dallas County considers changes to controversial truancy policies
A Texas truancy law allows schools to send students to court for unexcused absences, but new recommendations might change that.
By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 1, 2016 -
NYC may approach school segregation as human rights issue
A bill being considered by the City Council would create a new office within the New York City Commission on Human Rights to study segregation in public schools.
By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 1, 2016 -
Students of all ages have trouble assessing online content for validity
Stanford researchers developed tasks for 7,800 students in 12 states, finding even though students grow up as “digital natives,” they can't accurately determine quality content.
By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 1, 2016 -
Common PD pitfalls can be avoided with planning, personalization
Dianne Pappafotopoulos, the instructional technology specialist at Massachusetts' Dover Sherborn Public Schools, offers tips to improve tech-based professional development.
By Tara García Mathewson • Dec. 1, 2016
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