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Christensen Institute's blended learning directory goes social
The institute's Blended Learning Universe directory is allowing schools to create profiles that spotlight their models, demographics, tools used, and outcomes.
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 2, 2016 -
Districts increasingly looking to social media in teacher recruitment
Teacher shortages across the US have led to round-the-clock recruiting efforts in some districts, creating a need to look beyond traditional hiring techniques.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 2, 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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NYC program tackles desegregation by allocating seats for disadvantaged kids
A new pilot program in one public school is reserving space for low-income and English language learners.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 2, 2016 -
'Critical' early childhood ed shortage locks Los Angeles families in poverty
According to the Advancement Project, the organizers of the Early Learning Needs In L.A. County conference, the city faces a crucial deficit of pre-K options.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 2, 2016 -
Feds face another special ed suit from NYC public advocate
For the second time, Leticia James has filed suit against the U.S. Department of Education on behalf of students with disabilities.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 2, 2016 -
'Micro schools' catching on as mixed-grade, blended, personalized option
Is a modern one-room schoolhouse the next big thing in K-12?
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 2, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Using satellite Internet to bridge the 'homework gap'
For some rural districts without access to fiber or cable Internet connections, satellite access can serve as an affordable alternative.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 2, 2016 -
After yearlong talks, offer on table for Chicago Teachers Union
The union and Chicago Public Schools will vote on a possible agreement this week.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 1, 2016 -
Teachers sue Detroit over educational, building quality
The Detroit Federation of Teachers and the American Federation of Teachers have teamed up to file suit against Detroit Public Schools.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 1, 2016 -
Atlanta superintendent presents plan to help 26 failing schools
Meria Carstarphen's turnaround proposal includes significant partnerships with private business.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 1, 2016 -
Obama proposes $4B for computer science ed initiative
The president's proposed budget for 2017 suggests a significant boost for computer science in the nation's K-12 schools.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 1, 2016 -
Is a one-standard solution possible for a nationwide ed-tech workflow problem?
A new open interoperability standard called OneRoster aims to streamline roster and sign-on management workflow between vendors and schools.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 1, 2016 -
Apple furthers ed push with LearnSprout acquisition
LearnSprout specializes in performance analytics tools for the classroom.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 29, 2016 -
Ed Dept threatens penalties for states with high opt-out rates
States with more than 5% of students opting out of standardized testing will face reductions in federal aid on top of various other penalties.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 29, 2016 -
Shrinking focus on personal finance, economics in K-12
According to a new survey from the Council for Economic Education, fewer states have mandates requiring classes like economics, potentially affecting students for years to come.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 29, 2016 -
Parent-teacher conferences remain integral to student performance
New approaches can lead to heightened family engagement in learning.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 29, 2016 -
No more timed testing for New York students
Students in the state will now be allowed to progress on exams at their own pace.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 29, 2016 -
Dismal performance by Idaho virtual charters result in 20% grad rate
The numbers are prompting concern from state lawmakers.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 29, 2016 -
Data-focused hiring practices help districts find new teachers
More districts are successfully turning to data and software programs to help refine searches for teaching candidates.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 28, 2016 -
Career technical education is a booming $1.5B investment for California
State-funded programs focused on CTE have blossomed, letting high school students receive hands-on career prep training before graduation.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 28, 2016 -
Florida Senate panel votes in favor of SAT, ACT for annual testing
The state could be the next to allow school districts to make such a switch from using the Florida Standards Assessment to other options, like the SAT or ACT.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 28, 2016 -
Toeing line on sex ed, districts must work with communities to keep kids healthy
A new book by New York University professor Jonathan Zimmerman argues that sex ed can't be taught in schools without community buy-in and help from social organizations.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 28, 2016 -
Failure to collect E-rate rebate may land Cleveland taxpayers $8.57M bill
The Cleveland school board is reportedly considering legal action against a contractor called E-Rate Central and two former employees.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 28, 2016 -
Deep Dive
LAUSD Supt Michelle King talks segregation, iPads, and priorities
The city's new superintendent inherits a number of challenges in the nation's second-largest district.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 27, 2016 -
Georgia districts net $8.2M grant for broadband, blended learning
The grant has been earmarked for one state school and 47 Georgia districts, in an attempt to bring high-speed internet and blended learning to more classrooms.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 26, 2016
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