New group aims to help early career principals

The group will also help its umbrella organization, the National Association of Elementary School Principals, inform its advocacy and develop helpful programs.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 31, 2015

Should teachers write their own curriculum?

A new book argues that teachers are wasting their time writing curriculum and that districts should focus on finding high-quality products instead.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 31, 2015

Views on education in post-Katrina New Orleans a mixed bag

Leaders including Presidents Obama and Bush have praised the city's overhaul, but some families see things differently.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 31, 2015

More schools adopting year-round schedule

The number of schools with year-round calendars increased 26% between 2002 and 2012.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 28, 2015

Minecraft makes its mark as a teaching tool

The popular video game has found a place in classrooms as a way to teach problem-solving and creativity.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 28, 2015

Will tech solve teacher shortages?

Proponents say blended learning classrooms can scale the work of effective teachers and save money.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 28, 2015

New book examines what followed Zuckerberg's $100M Newark ed donation

In a review of Dale Russakoff’s 'The Prize,' Jonathan Knee explores the conflict between reality and good intentions in school improvement efforts.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 28, 2015

How can learning spaces adapt to new models of education?

As classrooms and workplaces move closer toward collaboration, school spaces need to change, too.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 28, 2015

These 10 trends are shaping the future of education

Innovation in the space likely won't create an all-new landscape, but it will be markedly different.

By Roger Riddell • Aug. 27, 2015

Michigan district pairs students with employers for job training

Hamilton Community Schools has developed partnerships with local businesses to give students a path toward potential careers.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 27, 2015

San Bernardino overhauls IT for one-stop shop model

The nation's biggest county transformed its technology infrastructure so employees spent more time focusing on the needs of schools and teachers.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 27, 2015

Knewton launches free personalized learning tool

The program uses an artificial intelligence program to determine which pieces of content will best help a student learn.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 27, 2015

San Francisco's Salesforce ed partnership is about more than devices

The Salesforce Foundation originally donated funds for training and hardware, but a new donation places the focus on educators.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 27, 2015

Talks to resolve Arizona's $1B school funding lawsuit break down

After education groups brought a lawsuit against the state legislature to put more dollars toward schools, the courts ordered both sides to negotiate.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 27, 2015

New York crafts plan to reduce testing opt-outs

The state's education commissioner is developing a toolkit, including legal advice, for superintendents to use in their opt-out response.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 26, 2015

Companies, schools struggle with varying ed tech procurement practices

The convergence of school technology and instructional strategies can make financial planning challenging.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 26, 2015

Nevada receives $1.3M settlement from Measured Progress

The test provider will refund part of its contract and fund new science assessments following a botched rollout of new state tests.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 26, 2015

Report: State school takeovers 'strip political power' from minorities

A new report from The Alliance to Reclaim Our Schools says state takeovers disproportionately impact black and Hispanic communities.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 26, 2015

Study finds minority students disproportionately disciplined in Southern states

Black students made up nearly half of suspensions and expulsions in 13 Southern states despite accounting for less than a quarter of total students.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 26, 2015

3 tips to boost student health and improve learning

A new report from the Education Commission of the States reinforces connections between wellness and performance.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 26, 2015

Pilot program helps districts tackle cyberbullying

The helpline assists administrators in identifying potential harassment on social media channels and addressing the situation.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 25, 2015

Federal policy changes won't fix ed's problems, says veteran teacher

In a new book, Oklahoma teacher John Thompson says rewrites of old education laws will likely result in more disruption in the schools that need it least.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 25, 2015

3D printers provide introductions to engineering, design skills

Tech-focused teachers and cheaper prices are turning the innovative production method into an effective teaching tool.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 25, 2015

Ed Dept looks for ways to quickly test tech tools

The department has issued a request for ideas on how to do rapid tests of efficacy, including creating guidelines and assessment methods.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 25, 2015

PDK/Gallup poll: 64% of Americans see overemphasis on testing

The 47th annual PDK/Gallup survey on attitudes toward education found that many feel students should be evaluated on a variety of metrics.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 25, 2015