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OECD: South Korea leads in reading, math as US still lags
Japan, the Netherlands and Finland also dominate the top spots.
By Erin McIntyre • May 17, 2016 -
Report: Arkansas leads the way on AP policy
A new Education Commission analysis highlights the state's comprehensive policy, saying it enhances participation, engagement and success.
By Erin McIntyre • May 16, 2016 -
Trendline
Curriculum
Educators are exploring a variety of strategies to improve students’ learning experiences while continuing to navigate ongoing political disputes.
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$45M Smart Schools investment plan moves ahead in New York
A new plan will create 52 "Smart Schools" investment plans that will be worth a total of $45 million.
By Erin McIntyre • May 16, 2016 -
Survey highlights career frustration among teachers
A study from the Center on Education Policy finds that only half of American teachers are happy in their schools.
By Erin McIntyre • May 16, 2016 -
66% of school admins report concern for ELL students
A new survey from Education Week shows that ELL learners in many classrooms aren't getting the quality of teaching they need to succeed.
By Erin McIntyre • May 16, 2016 -
Schools work to educate growing homeless population
The Washington Post reports a total of 4,600 homeless children and families currently live in Washington, DC, for the first time outnumbering single adults.
By Erin McIntyre • May 16, 2016 -
Dallas luring Oklahoma teachers with better pay
Oklahoma teachers have been outspoken about low pay for years, and a reported $1.3 billion budget shortfall is anticipated to result in 5% budget cuts.
By Erin McIntyre • May 13, 2016 -
Study: Computer science ed faces cybersecurity gap
A recent study found the U of Alabama's program to be the only of 121 to require a minimum of three cybersecurity courses for graduation.
By Roger Riddell • May 13, 2016 -
Additional support critical for students with incarcerated parents
At least 5 million American children have an incarcerated parent, and school districts can help support them with extra services and after-school programs.
By Erin McIntyre • May 13, 2016 -
Will NJ become second state to embrace later school start times?
A series of three public forums have generated debate around whether the state should mandate later start times in middle and high schools.
By Erin McIntyre • May 13, 2016 -
Telepresence tech changing face of classroom observation
Remote observation platforms from vendors like Revolve Robotics can be particularly beneficial in special ed classrooms.
By Erin McIntyre • May 13, 2016 -
Doctors, politicians increasingly brought into recess battles by parents
Parents whose children attend schools without recess mandates are seeking medical notes and lobbying public representatives for change.
By Erin McIntyre • May 13, 2016 -
Cost of charter schools debated by LA school officials
Officials are butting heads over a new union-commissioned report that gives independent charter schools a $500 million annual funding price tag.
By Erin McIntyre • May 12, 2016 -
Report labels school bullying a 'serious public health' issue
Bullying has been connected to long-term negative impacts on learning and academic performance, as well as depression, anxiety and substance abuse.
By Erin McIntyre • May 12, 2016 -
USDA
Two radically different bills aim to fix Detroit's schools
One bill includes $500 million in debt relief, continued state control, and new contract restrictions; the other would remove state control and create a Detroit Education Commission.
By Erin McIntyre • May 12, 2016 -
Survey: Tech underperforming in most US classrooms
The Teachers’ Dream Classroom Survey from Edgenuity found most teachers report their schools aren't fully utilizing tech — to the detriment of students.
By Erin McIntyre • May 12, 2016 -
Is Google Fiber a broadband game-changer for inner-city, rural schools?
Three new Google Fiber programs may help bring access to affordable broadband service to schools that are still lacking.
By Erin McIntyre • May 12, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Memphis 'Innovation Zone' schools see turnaround success
An educational experiment in Tennessee, the Innovation Zone schools, is helping transform the state’s most challenged schools in Shelby County.
By Erin McIntyre • May 11, 2016 -
Growth mindset increasingly seen as important to K12 student success
Holistic approaches that consider the whole child over rote memorization are gaining steam among educators.
By Erin McIntyre • May 11, 2016 -
New federal grant program to funnel $65M to charters
The competitive program will earmark funds specifically to charter management organizations in an attempt to expand the schools nationwide.
By Erin McIntyre • May 11, 2016 -
Former policymakers say data use key to classroom success under ESSA
In a USA Today op-ed, former NC Gov. Bev Perdue and former Washington AG Rob McKenna say using data will enable peak performance among schools and students.
By Erin McIntyre • May 11, 2016 -
ACLU: DC's 'Empowering Males of Color' initiative discriminates against girls
The legality of the taxpayer-funded initiative is being called into question over similar achievement gaps that exist among girls of color.
By Erin McIntyre • May 11, 2016 -
Documents allege cheating by Success Academy teachers
An ethnographer's draft report leaked to Politico says it's 'possible' teacher cheating occurred on internal and state exams at the NYC charter network.
By Erin McIntyre • May 11, 2016 -
Sponsored by Canvas
Ensuring effective use of technology in education
A new study ranks teachers' digital concerns and attitudes on technology in the classroom.
May 10, 2016 -
Report details role, depth of K-12 parental involvement
A new study from the American Institutes for Research finds that 87% of US parents regularly attend general public school or PTA meetings, while 75% attend parent-teacher conferences.
By Erin McIntyre • May 10, 2016
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