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Impending recession likely spells layoffs for non-teacher staff
With ed funding still not at pre-Great Recession levels and a pandemic-induced downturn brewing, positions like counselors, aides and librarians could face the chopping block.
By Shawna De La Rosa • April 23, 2020 -
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NAEP: 8th-graders' scores drop in US history, geography
Student performance in civics remains flat after small gains since 1998.
By Linda Jacobson • April 23, 2020 -
Providing curricular support for ELLs during pandemic a two-pronged challenge
Families also need additional support like translation services from schools to remain in the loop with their child's progress and curricular expectations.
By Shawna De La Rosa • April 22, 2020 -
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Student-run IT help desks provide remote support during school closures
One 17-student program at a Florida middle school has led to a decrease in help tickets over time as educators and students adjust to remote learning.
By Naaz Modan • April 22, 2020 -
Efforts to maintain sense of community in virtual classrooms strengthen SEL
A former teacher turned well-being specialist says building time for students to collaborate sustains a sense of normalcy and boosts learning.
By Lauren Barack • April 22, 2020 -
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Lost teacher-student relationships among toughest parts of school closures
Students with adverse childhood experiences benefit from regular contact with trusted adults, but many teachers have yet to hear from some students.
By Shawna De La Rosa • April 22, 2020 -
Opinion
Leveraging new parent appreciation benefits students
A New Jersey middle school principal writes that school closures present an opportunity to close the "trust gap" between teachers and parents.
By Michael Gaskell • April 22, 2020 -
Report: State preschool programs at risk of 'long-term damage'
Spending, enrollment and quality saw small increases last year, but NIEER's annual State of Preschool Yearbook says bipartisan action is needed to protect programs from a recession.
By Linda Jacobson • April 22, 2020 -
Students on remote learning: More creativity, interaction needed
Organizations are gathering students’ feedback on their e-learning experiences during the pandemic, the tools used and what could be improved.
By Linda Jacobson • April 21, 2020 -
Chan Zuckerberg Initiative announces $5M to support PD, remote learning during pandemic
The eight grants will strengthen the soaring need for greater student broadband access and professional development around online learning.
By Shawna De La Rosa • April 21, 2020 -
Report: Teacher pension debt is 'crowding out' funding for education
As the economy declines, states' unfunded obligations will only get worse. But experts offer five ways district leaders can respond to rising pension liabilities.
By Linda Jacobson • April 21, 2020 -
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Schools embrace virtual pep rallies to boost spirit during shutdown
Efforts to continue traditions and events like assemblies, pep rallies and proms can help maintain positive culture and preserve a sense of normalcy.
By Shawna De La Rosa • April 20, 2020 -
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Leading through coronavirus: 4 administrators share how they're navigating pandemic upheaval
Recent months have tested many administrators' resolve and leadership more than any other event.
By Linda Jacobson , Roger Riddell , Naaz Modan • April 20, 2020 -
OpinionWhy students need looping now more than ever
Having educators carry over to the next grade with their current students when schools reopen in the fall will maintain a sense of continuity, an Austin 1st grade teacher writes.
By Mark Rogers • April 17, 2020 -
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Home visiting continues — at a distance
Virtual visits can reach "families when nobody else is," but experts say it’s necessary to have first established strong in-person relationships.
By Linda Jacobson • April 17, 2020 -
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Will the coronavirus pandemic exacerbate teacher shortages?
Teacher reductions following previous disasters suggest some educators, especially those in older or vulnerable populations, may retire rather than risk their health.
By Shawna De La Rosa • April 17, 2020 -
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Sponsored by KensingtonPreparing teachers and students for eLearning
As teachers work to get their bearings with remote learning, administrators can better ensure a successful transition by making teachers feel supported and prepared. See some ideas to help accomplish these goals.
April 17, 2020 -
Report: Teachers' pre-pandemic digital material use remained limited
Experts say states and districts should provide more guidance on integrating supplemental digital resources into instruction, especially in virtual classrooms.
By Linda Jacobson • April 16, 2020 -
Report details top administrators' greatest challenges in wake of coronavirus
Among top concerns are technology and distance learning, support for high school seniors and economic impact.
By Shawna De La Rosa • April 16, 2020 -
3 ways professional development is addressing the 'sharp learning curve' of teaching online
The push to go remote due to the coronavirus pandemic can be overwhelming, but revamped PD approaches are making the switch more manageable.
By Naaz Modan • April 16, 2020 -
Assigning and assessing students' challenges amid broader pandemic pressures
Uneven access to tech, pressures on parents and basic essentials require consideration of students' home lives alongside academics.
By Lauren Barack • April 15, 2020 -
Deep Dive
Like evolution before it, climate change requires careful treading in curriculum
A wealth of resources are available to help educators apply scientific framing and show students how climate change may be impacting their lives and communities, regardless of politics.
By Lauren Barack • April 15, 2020 -
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Educators can adjust online classes to fit learning styles
In a distance learning environment, careful consideration of how different students learn best is even more crucial to success as they adjust.
By Shawna De La Rosa • April 15, 2020 -
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Dual language teachers try to 'stay the course' separated from classrooms
Students are missing the normal “inputs” that support biliteracy, but experts say there are ways to amplify the second language at home.
By Linda Jacobson • April 15, 2020 -
Teachers not less likely to be racially biased, study says
The authors note a few "promising" interventions can reduce disparities in education outcomes for students of color.
By Linda Jacobson • April 15, 2020
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