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Sponsored by CanvasIncrease social connectedness through digital peer learning
Social connectedness has proven benefits for a student's well-being and directly impacts the success of their learning outcomes, according to a new study.
June 21, 2016 -
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More than 6,700 preschoolers suspended in 2013-14
While the number is down in the latest year for which data is available, child development experts say the suspension rate is still way too high.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 21, 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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AP courses benefit low-performers, too — even if they don't pass
While many people still believe the classes should be reserved for above-average students, schools are welcoming a broader swath of learners.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 21, 2016 -
Encouraging active tech use a challenge for some schools
The US Department of Education has shifted its focus from the digital divide to the digital use divide, asking schools to focus on engaging tech experiences rather than simply having tech.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 21, 2016 -
Los Angeles teacher eval plan reaction includes call for peer-evaluators
The Los Angeles Unified School District and its teacher union have compromised on a new plan for teacher evaluations, but critics say administrators should not be the only evaluators.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 21, 2016 -
Teaching students to think like entrepreneurs rather than just act
Many teachers take the easier path when teaching entrepreneurial skills, helping students start a business, but one researcher identified five key skills essential to encourage thought.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 21, 2016 -
Deep Dive
National Week of Making reflects trend toward makerspaces
Schools across the country now feature dedicated spaces where kids can create and innovate, learning how to think and act like working scientists and engineers.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 20, 2016 -
St. Paul School District social media policy clarifies expectations
The district's policy expects employees to be respectful and professional in all online postings, even those on their personal pages.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 20, 2016 -
Demand for recovery schools on the rise
More students are interested in schools that offer addiction support groups and other services alongside academics, but the number of schools serving them has remained static.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 20, 2016 -
New sex ed policy in Tucson leaves out LGBT students
State law makes comprehensive revisions difficult as officials work to include perspectives from across the gender identity spectrum.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 20, 2016 -
Oracle pledges additional $3M to draw more girls to STEM
The corporation previously committed $200 million to support the White House’s Computer Science for All initiative.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 20, 2016 -
$245M in E-Rate funds went unclaimed in 2014
Schools and libraries in 30 states left millions of dollars on the table, with those on the West Coast failing to collect more than a quarter of available funds.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 20, 2016 -
Ed Dept guidelines and lessons learned: The week's most-read education news
Stay ahead of the class with the latest on how efforts to ease freshmen's transition can improve outcomes and more right here.
By Roger Riddell • June 17, 2016 -
IB students do well, but few low-income kids take the classes
The International Baccalaureate foundation says graduation from IB programs practically eliminates achievement gaps between low-income and minority students and their peers.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 17, 2016 -
Denver's rapid charter expansion yields underwhelming results
The city has opened 27 new charter schools in the last five years with six more set to open this summer, but 38% are performing 'significantly below expectations.'
By Tara García Mathewson • June 17, 2016 -
Gamification makes some headway in K-12 classrooms
The use of digital learning games in schools has grown rapidly in the last five years, especially at the elementary level, showing teachers are coming around to the learning benefits.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 17, 2016 -
States consider legislation over student data privacy
As districts turn to more third-party vendors to handle a number of services, states are considering student data that may not be defined as an educational record under privacy laws.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 17, 2016 -
Charter school organizations take stand against virtual schools
Three national charter school groups announced policy recommendations to help states hold underperforming full-time virtual schools accountable for student outcomes.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 17, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Schools struggle to find and support homeless youth
The number of K-12 students identified as being homeless doubled between 2006-07 and 2013-14, leaving schools with greater responsibility to serve them.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 16, 2016 -
LAUSD braces for fight over state funding for students with disabilities
The California Department of Education would require the district to redirect state funds from special needs students to others with high needs, like ELLs and foster children.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 16, 2016 -
Kansas to ignore Obama transgender bathrooms directive
The state board of education issued a statement saying the directive the administration prefers removes important local control.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 16, 2016 -
LightSail adaptive reading program combats summer slide
Johns Hopkins University researchers found significant positive outcomes for students using the SummerSail program, not only combating summer slide but helping students progress.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 16, 2016 -
Swift Playgrounds to teach kids to code on the iPad
The new program set to launch with iOS 10 gives students the opportunity to learn the tech giant's programming language.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 16, 2016 -
Districts consider device programs as equity tools
Educators agree on the importance of children reaching a comfort level with technology, as it's now necessary for giving students experience that will help prepare them for the workforce.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 16, 2016 -
Texas struggles with new standardized testing vendor
Delays in the reporting of test results by Educational Testing Services are impeding decisions over grade advancement and summer school.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 15, 2016
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