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Schools increase focus on social-emotional learning
Schools are beginning to focus more on the whole child for increased classroom success.
By Erin McIntyre • April 14, 2016 -
'Internet of Things' poised to facilitate the rise of 'smart' schools
A new survey reveals that many education leaders believe connected devices could soon transform learning environments.
By Erin McIntyre • April 14, 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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Oracle donates $200 million for computer education
The donation, which includes in-kind support, will be distributed over 18 months as part of President Obama's Computer Science for All initiative.
By Erin McIntyre • April 13, 2016 -
Resurgence of Latin instruction hopes to boost literacy
Some schools are teaching Latin and Greek root words to young students to help them learn bigger vocabulary words later on.
By Erin McIntyre • April 13, 2016 -
Teach for America applicant numbers drop yet again
A 35% drop since 2013 is prompting defensive comments from TFA leaders.
By Erin McIntyre • April 13, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Decaying school buildings have physical, psychological consequences
As much as $46B is needed for much-needed maintenance on school buildings nationwide.
By Erin McIntyre • April 13, 2016 -
Charter wins $7.1M lawsuit versus LAUSD
The district was found to have violated state law by failing to provide the school with rent-free classroom space, but is expected to challenge the decision.
By Erin McIntyre • April 13, 2016 -
Over 100 teacher positions vacant in Philadelphia
The Philadelphia School District's 139 vacancies comprise 1.6% of its total workforce.
By Erin McIntyre • April 13, 2016 -
New ed tech companies eye branded learning
A South African ed tech startup has partnered with the Ogilvy Digital Marketing Academy (ODMA) to market a course on behavioral economics.
By Erin McIntyre • April 13, 2016 -
Study: Alternative cognitive treatment may work for ADHD
The rate of diagnosis for ADHD has risen 5% per year since 2003, and helping ADHD children in the classroom remains a challenge for many schools.
By Erin McIntyre • April 13, 2016 -
New index of 'readiness' indicators may redefine the term
Experts question whether assessments should determine if a student is ready for college or a career, and instead point to a new index of readiness indicators.
By Erin McIntyre • April 13, 2016 -
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Student Data Privacy – Resources to Find the Balance
States and school districts face a challenge in accessing the benefits of data, while also prioritizing the protection of student information.
April 12, 2016 -
Virginia gov kills bill to use public funding for private schools
Citing constitutional concerns, Gov. Terry McAuliffe vetoed a bill that would have allowed the use of public funds to pay for private school tuition.
By Erin McIntyre • April 12, 2016 -
Advocates request $800M for pre-K in California
The proposals include adding 10,000 more slots in the state's preschool program for low income children, and increasing funding for quality control.
By Erin McIntyre • April 12, 2016 -
What role should research play in the policy arena?
At the centennial meeting of the American Educational Research Association, scholars debated policy and education's role in politics.
By Erin McIntyre • April 12, 2016 -
Schools an increasing focus of ransomware hackers
For hackers, the use of ransomware attacks are soaring and the FBI says victims paid over $209 million in ransom payments over the first three months of 2016.
By Erin McIntyre • April 12, 2016 -
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Letting students lead can help teachers teach
Alan November, senior partner and founder of November Learning, writes in eSchoolNews that teachers can benefit from involving students in their professional development.
By Erin McIntyre • April 12, 2016 -
Is a back-to-basics approach needed in special education?
Special educator Eileen Soon says providing real-world experiences, like making sandwiches, is key to helping students with special needs learn.
By Erin McIntyre • April 11, 2016 -
Online credit recovery courses aren't helping students
A new study shows the programs are costing districts more money than they're worth.
By Erin McIntyre • April 11, 2016 -
Digital leadership, social media critical for schools to reach communities
At the CoSN 2016 conference, thought leader Eric Sheninger detailed ways schools can share information, tell stories and build relationships.
By Erin McIntyre • April 11, 2016 -
Study: Hands-on, in-depth learning WA pilot boosted student performance
Problem–based learning was at the core of the pilot program, which utilized real world skills and hands-on experience.
By Erin McIntyre • April 11, 2016 -
New AP history content to be tested in May
The new framework for the exam appears to be working, with hundreds of thousands of students taking it this spring.
By Erin McIntyre • April 10, 2016 -
Wi-Fi bans, continuing ed and School 2.0: The week's most-read education news
Stay ahead of the pack with the latest on virtual realtiy, what public schools can learn from private peers, and more right here!
By Roger Riddell • April 8, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Robots jumpstart learning in some US districts
In honor of National Robot Week, Education Dive took a look at two ways robots are being used in K-12 classrooms.
By Erin McIntyre • April 8, 2016 -
Report: Teachers uncomfortable teaching financial literacy
A new research report by PWC examines the state of financial education in the US.
By Erin McIntyre • April 8, 2016
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