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Collaboration key to manage huge tech initiatives
In Oregon, one district's learning and tech groups are boosting collaboration on a tech rollout worth $680 million.
By Erin McIntyre • April 4, 2016 -
Ed Dept releases proposals for ESSA rulemaking committee
A new collection of proposals regarding implementation of the Every Student Succeeds Act have been released by the Education Department to the rulemaking committee.
By Erin McIntyre • April 4, 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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Deep Dive
Despite lack of scientific evidence, Ban Wi-Fi movement persists
The answer to whether the movement is scientifically grounded might not matter for school administrators, as districts can still be sued over claims.
By Erin McIntyre • April 1, 2016 -
Equity in teacher compensation not covered in ESSA talks
During negotiated rulemaking sessions for the Every Student Succeeds Act, equity in teacher compensation hasn't been discussed.
By Erin McIntyre • April 1, 2016 -
Massachusetts charter board members disproportionately execs
Accountability concerns are being raised over the ratio of corporate and financial executives to parents on the state's charter boards.
By Erin McIntyre • April 1, 2016 -
Remedial writing instruction costs US businesses $3.1B
According to employers, over 25% of college graduates are poor communicators all together.
By Erin McIntyre • April 1, 2016 -
New superintendent boosts Texas district's focus on students in need
Mesquite, TX, Superintendent David Vroonland is zeroing in on literacy, capacity, and teacher empowerment.
By Erin McIntyre • April 1, 2016 -
Schools go high-tech in ensuring safety
Surveillance and advanced visitor management systems are among solutions helping schools increase security measures.
By Erin McIntyre • March 31, 2016 -
America's first education secretary passes away
Shirley Hufstedler, a former judge, served from the department's formation in 1979 until the end of the Carter administration in 1981.
By Roger Riddell • March 31, 2016 -
Public-private 'Reconnecting McDowell' initiative tastes success after 4 years
The expansive West Virginia initiative is seeing improved student achievement via wraparound services.
By Erin McIntyre • March 31, 2016 -
Poll examines engagement, readiness of US students
A new Gallup poll measures the engagement, hope, entrepreneurial aspiration, and career and financial literacy of students in grades 5-12.
By Erin McIntyre • March 31, 2016 -
Detroit charter management companies under fire from NLRB
The National Labor Relations Board has filed a formal complaint against New Urban Learning and Inspired Education.
By Erin McIntyre • March 31, 2016 -
Niche issues 2016 rankings of America's 'smartest' public high schools
What makes a school great in America is perhaps even more interesting when juxtaposed against top-performing countries like Finland.
By Erin McIntyre • March 31, 2016 -
Snapchat enabling K-12 teachers to reach students in new ways
The platform is also gaining steam in higher ed — but as with other social media outlets, there are pitfalls.
By Erin McIntyre • March 31, 2016 -
Tech enables students to create, execute small business plans
A project in an Ontario high school led students to start a business producing and selling phone cases with help from a 3D printer.
By Erin McIntyre • March 30, 2016 -
Chicago teachers' union plans for mass walkout Friday
Chicago Public Schools CEO Forrest Claypool says the district won't block the action.
By Erin McIntyre • March 30, 2016 -
Creative tactics help Catholic schools stay relevant
To combat a steady 50-year decline in enrollment, Catholic schools are looking to new strategies.
By Erin McIntyre • March 30, 2016 -
Report: 'Transition courses' don't help college readiness
Some high schools are using the courses to help better prepare students for college success, but they may not be worth the investment.
By Erin McIntyre • March 30, 2016 -
Ed Dept seeks feedback on using SIG funds to improve diversity
The department is considering how to best apply the grants to promote socioeconomic diversity in schools and help improve outcomes.
By Erin McIntyre • March 30, 2016 -
SCOTUS ruling a win for teachers' unions
Tthe U.S. Supreme Court’s split decision in Tuesday’s Friedrichs v. California Teachers Association is a big victory for teachers' unions, and said U.S. Secretary of Education, for educators overall.
By Autumn A. Arnett • March 29, 2016 -
K-12 coding classes lacking in tech-savvy California
Data from the the state shows a majority of public high schools don’t offer dedicated computer science or programming courses.
By Erin McIntyre • March 29, 2016 -
SROs outnumber counselors in NYC, Chicago, Miami and Houston
Research shows that such disproportions contribute to the school-to-prison pipeline.
By Erin McIntyre • March 29, 2016 -
Ethics of suicide detection software in schools questioned
Privacy issues are being raised in districts using a high-tech software that flags potentially suicidal students through automated browser history reviews.
By Erin McIntyre • March 29, 2016 -
Training for teachers, administrators critical to 'next gen' school success
Game plans for tech and blended learning must also account for individual district needs and loftier ambitions while also considering fiscal realities.
By Erin McIntyre • March 29, 2016 -
Districts see increasing collaboration between CAOs, CTOs
Because more districts are now using tech as a core piece of instruction, the two positions are becoming increasingly intertwined.
By Erin McIntyre • March 29, 2016
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