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Most states lax on teacher vaccinations
While much media attention has centered on vaccination exemptions for students, not much has been said of the lack of accountability when it comes to teachers and staff.
By Allie Gross • Feb. 18, 2015 -
Ohio to administer digital PARCC assessment this week
The state is reportedly the first to deliver the Common Core-aligned English language arts and math assessment.
By Allie Gross • Feb. 18, 2015 -
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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DC personalizes teacher PD options with menu model
Ten District of Columbia public schools are piloting a myPD program that has them 'order' professional development 'combos' based on their personal needs.
By Allie Gross • Feb. 18, 2015 -
NC district deploys 30K Chromebooks in middle schools
The considerable tech deployment follows a two-year initiative to provide WiFi access in all classrooms across the district.
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 17, 2015 -
FIU joins Google program to help minority AP computer science students
Will monetary rewards encourage STEM achievement?
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 17, 2015 -
AFT president backs scaling of career and technical education
Should such a push be paired with the president's free community college initiative?
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 17, 2015 -
House Republicans' NCLB rewrite won't find support from Obama administration
In what should come as a surprise to no one, a House GOP rewrite of NCLB would likely be vetoed by the president.
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 17, 2015 -
UVA Curry School Foundation partners with USA Funds on new accelerator
Part of the Jefferson Education Accelerator's mission includes working with a network of K-12 schools and higher ed institutions to test new products and services.
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 17, 2015 -
Deep Dive
5 gamified tools for K-12 classrooms
Adding elements of gaming to the learning experience is picking up steam, and everyone from NASA to Amplify is jumping onboard.
By Allie Gross • Feb. 13, 2015 -
NCLB re-authorization bill goes before the House
The chamber is expected to vote on the rewrite in late February.
By Allie Gross • Feb. 13, 2015 -
California schools utilizing Common Core coaches
'Instructional coaches' are easing teachers' transitions to the new standards and helping them modify their lesson plans.
By Allie Gross • Feb. 13, 2015 -
Student privacy pledge passes 100 signatures
The pledge asks that signatories adhere to a list of 12 commitments aimed at ensuring student data security, but some question whether it goes far enough.
By Allie Gross • Feb. 13, 2015 -
Is Blackboard planning a PowerSchool acquisition?
As the ed tech giant looks to build a foothold in K-12, it may be toying with the idea of buying Pearson's student information system.
By Allie Gross • Feb. 13, 2015 -
U.S. high school graduation rate hits 81%
The news is based on 2012-13 data released Thursday by the U.S. Department of Education.
By Allie Gross • Feb. 13, 2015 -
Washington state legislative proposal would hold schools accountable for tech skills
Worried that students are leaving K-12 without adequate tech skills, state Superintendent Randy Dorn suggests schools must report to his office with evidence of students' digital literacy.
By Allie Gross • Feb. 12, 2015 -
Are blended learning and longer school days the perfect combination?
A paper recently released by the National Center on Time & Learning touts the benefits of utilizing the two approaches in tandem.
By Allie Gross • Feb. 12, 2015 -
Case rested in infamous Atlanta test cheating scandal
After six months of testimony, prosecutors have rested their case against the educators accused of cheating on standardized tests.
By Allie Gross • Feb. 12, 2015 -
NASA, college students unveil K-12 science game
The multi-person game requires players to use real-world knowledge to navigate a fictional world where "mysterious clouds of dust" have rendered all adults unconscious.
By Allie Gross • Feb. 12, 2015 -
Ed investor lashes out at Sun-Times coverage of alleged conflicts of interest
A series of articles drew attention to Chicago school contracts gained by companies Deborah Quazzo, who sits on the city's education board, invests in.
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 11, 2015 -
LA districts request penalty waivers for parental opt-outs of Common Core testing
State education officials currently mandate that districts get zeros for the scores of every student that opts out — a rule that could greatly hurt a school's average.
By Allie Gross • Feb. 11, 2015 -
ASCD calls for two-year moratorium on test-based teacher evals
ASCD Director of Public Policy says, "We’re not saying ‘Don’t test,’ but ‘Don’t use tests for that specific set of consequences.’”
By Allie Gross • Feb. 11, 2015 -
Is de-identifying data the answer to the student privacy issue?
Separating students' identities from their digital records could help deter unauthorized access and use.
By Allie Gross • Feb. 11, 2015 -
Alma buys K-12 data integration firm Always Prepped
The all-in-one platform will gain more robust data analytics from the deal.
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 11, 2015 -
FCC chair's open Internet proposal would benefit classrooms
Tom Wheeler's plan would, in part, make it easier to bring broadband connectivity to classrooms.
By Allie Gross • Feb. 11, 2015 -
Politico report questions Pearson's practices
The investigative report skewers the company over a list of questionable business practices it has used to help become a dominant player in the higher education and K-12 markets.
By Keith Button • Feb. 11, 2015
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