K-12: Page 209
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Computer-based standardized tests create barriers for some students
New exams aligned with the Common Core State Standards were harder than their predecessors, but students taking them online had an even tougher time.
By Tara García Mathewson • Aug. 10, 2016 -
Parents increasingly vocal in demands for recess
As schools have replaced recess periods with additional instruction, parents have been among those fighting for a return of free time for students who need the break.
By Tara García Mathewson • Aug. 10, 2016 -
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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STEM effort looks to provide foundation in preschool
The 'Seeds of STEM' curriculum is still being developed, but it expects to introduce preschoolers to the problem-solving process that is basic to STEM fields.
By Tara García Mathewson • Aug. 10, 2016 -
Report: Teachers take growing pay penalty for choosing field
The gap in teacher pay, as compared to similarly qualified positions in other fields, grew to 17% in 2015 from less than 2% in 1994 — and the worst of it has hit experienced teachers.
By Tara García Mathewson • Aug. 10, 2016 -
State legislators urge colleagues to use other countries' best ed practices
The National Conference of State Legislators released a new report this week based on two years of research into the education policies of the world’s top-performing countries.
By Tara García Mathewson • Aug. 10, 2016 -
Attention for negative behavior breeds more
University of Missouri College of Education researchers found students receiving attention from teachers for bad behavior had more problems with emotional regulation and concentration.
By Tara García Mathewson • Aug. 9, 2016 -
High percentage of schools reporting zero bullying incidents called into question
More than 85% of Texas and Florida school districts reported no incidents on the basis of race, sex or disability during the 2013-14 school year, but experts say the data can’t be true.
By Tara García Mathewson • Aug. 9, 2016 -
South Carolina 'disturbing schools' offense gets kids arrested
When student behavior doesn’t meet the standards of disorderly conduct and no one is willing to press charges, school resource officers can cite young people for minor infractions.
By Tara García Mathewson • Aug. 9, 2016 -
Breakout EDU brings escape room aesthetic to K-12
Teachers can get physical Breakout boxes for about $100 or try the digital boxes for free, provided students have devices, and then let kids work together to solve puzzles and unlock them.
By Tara García Mathewson • Aug. 9, 2016 -
YMCA program offers pop-up pre-K to low-income families
There are 104 YMCA-run pop-up preschools in 27 states, all serving a child and a caregiver two days per week for 38 weeks in libraries, community centers, churches and more.
By Tara García Mathewson • Aug. 9, 2016 -
Deep Dive
MOOCs as tools for equity in under-resourced high schools
Boston University and Davidson College have begun using massive open online course platform edX to improve access and quality in high school AP courses.
By Tara García Mathewson • Aug. 8, 2016 -
Popular principal's reassignment draws parent protests
Renee Bostick’s transfer from principal of Randolph Elementary School in Arlington, VA, to assistant principal elsewhere has prompted conversations about assessing student progress.
By Tara García Mathewson • Aug. 8, 2016 -
Oregon considers outdoor school for all
Voters will decide whether a portion of lottery funds should cover the cost of outdoor school for kids in every town, giving them environmental education that could shape their lives.
By Tara García Mathewson • Aug. 8, 2016 -
Hundreds of teaching positions remain open in Baltimore
The city and county school systems are weeks away from the start of classes and still actively recruiting teachers for more than 100 vacancies each.
By Tara García Mathewson • Aug. 8, 2016 -
Does the past hold the key to classroom innovation?
New York middle school teacher Mary Howard has found incorporating Socratic-style discourse helps students think critically about texts and engage in class discussions.
By Tara García Mathewson • Aug. 8, 2016 -
CEEAS taking over ed in New Orleans juvenile detention center
The Center for Educational Excellence in Alternative Settings plans to update students’ IEPs before they leave detention and help ease their transition back to their original schools.
By Tara García Mathewson • Aug. 8, 2016 -
1:1 success, gig economy and workforce diversity: The week's most-read education news
Stay ahead of the class with the latest on Next Generation Science Standards, the pros and cons of institutional mergers and more right here.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 5, 2016 -
California legislators consider charter accountability
A legislative hearing in the state brought critics and supporters together to discuss their concerns over transparency laws, authorization processes and accountability.
By Tara García Mathewson • Aug. 5, 2016 -
What's New Hampshire's secret to making virtual schools work?
At a time when virtual charter schools are widely condemned for poor performance, the state seems to have found a model that gets consistent results.
By Tara García Mathewson • Aug. 5, 2016 -
Supreme Court says Virginia school can limit transgender bathroom use
A lower court’s ruling has been placed on hold while the high court decides whether to take rule on the transgender bathroom issue.
By Tara García Mathewson • Aug. 5, 2016 -
Increasing affordability demands consideration of VR's ed value
There are financial and logistical challenges to using VR in the classroom, but good content can give students opportunities to see distant places or travel in time to enhance lessons.
By Tara García Mathewson • Aug. 5, 2016 -
AT&T to face $106K FCC fine for E-Rate violation
The telecomm company overcharged two Florida school districts by nearly $64,000, which the agency wants it to pay back along with a $106,425 fine.
By Tara García Mathewson • Aug. 5, 2016 -
LMS no more? Race is on for next-gen digital learning environment
Learning management systems have revolutionized the way schools operate, but the classroom of the future requires a new approach.
By Tara García Mathewson • Aug. 4, 2016 -
Parent-teacher communication apps leaving handwritten notes in the past
Several new apps may be a good alternative to sending notes home and trusting students to deliver them as educators seek to boost parental engagement for student success.
By Tara García Mathewson • Aug. 4, 2016 -
'Math Myth' author says schools are getting it wrong
Andrew Hacker, whose new book describes multiple myths surrounding math instruction, says students don’t need algebra, geometry, trigonometry and calculus to be successful.
By Tara García Mathewson • Aug. 4, 2016
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