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Are ed reformers overlooking methods that actually work?
According to a veteran public school teacher and California Federation of Teachers council president, a number of methods that work aren’t getting the attention they deserve.
By Allie Gross • Aug. 5, 2014 -
New report sheds light on funding inequality in Chicago, Philadelphia
State and local funding systems are largely to blame for disadvantages in some of the nation’s poorest districts.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 4, 2014 -
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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Audit finds Louisiana overpaying voucher program
The state spent an extra $52,000 on the program last school year.
By Allie Gross • Aug. 4, 2014 -
‘Innovative’ doesn’t necessarily mean ‘more educational’
Center for Innovation in Engineering and Science Education Director Arthur H. Camins explores the push for education ‘innovation.’
By Allie Gross • Aug. 4, 2014 -
Emanuel’s Chicago Public Schools point person to join ed non-profit
Chicago Deputy Chief of Education Beth Swanson is stepping down for a position with the Joyce Foundation.
By Allie Gross • Aug. 4, 2014 -
What’s in an ed tech company’s name?
The New York Times delves into the costly, time-consuming naming process for some of the most popular firms.
By Allie Gross • Aug. 4, 2014 -
Deep Dive
Poverty and student achievement by the numbers
What does data from the Annie E. Casey Foundation’s 2014 Kids Count Report reveal?
By Allie Gross • Aug. 1, 2014 -
Who are teacher unions supporting in midterm elections?
Despite being perceived as less union-friendly than before, Democrats still rake in the bulk of union donations.
By Allie Gross • Aug. 1, 2014 -
More students getting vaccinated in Wyoming
An increasing trend of parents declining to have their students vaccinated in recent years has had some worried about future epidemics.
By Allie Gross • Aug. 1, 2014 -
Indiana’s NCLB waiver still in limbo
Five other states were granted waivers from the Bush-era education law on Thursday.
By Allie Gross • Aug. 1, 2014 -
Alaska board OKs online PD for superintendents
Superintendents will be able to take professional development classes on topics like finance, program planning, and the use of technology in classrooms.
By Allie Gross • July 31, 2014 -
Pennsylvania judge dismisses teacher blog firing suit
The teacher had written that her students were “disengaged, lazy whiners.”
By Allie Gross • July 31, 2014 -
Delaware panel seeks to revamp teacher compensation
The new Committee to Advance Educator Compensation and Careers met for the first time Wednesday
By Allie Gross • July 31, 2014 -
N.C. voucher funds distributed before court ruling
A judge is giving the state the go-ahead to release $10 million despite not yet ruling on a lawsuit over the legality of the programs.
By Allie Gross • July 31, 2014 -
Triumph Learning amplifies partnership with Clever
The broadened collaboration will allow single sign-on for Waggle users, as well as improved security.
By Roger Riddell • July 30, 2014 -
Wisconsin teachers resist Walker’s call to abandon the Common Core
The educators argue that a repeal would waste both time and money already invested in the implementation.
By Allie Gross • July 30, 2014 -
New Texas law makes shutting down failing charter schools easier
Five charter schools have closed since February.
By Allie Gross • July 30, 2014 -
United Federation of Teachers enters NYC tenure debate
The union submitted an 8-page memo Tuesday explaining how tenure laws protect teachers from unfair firings, while also giving opportunities to remove ineffective teachers.
By Allie Gross • July 30, 2014 -
Southwest Missouri superintendents wary of billionaire’s influence
The three district leaders aren’t happy about a St. Louis philanthropist’s meddling in their local affairs.
By Roger Riddell • July 29, 2014 -
Over 150 AP exam answer sheets lost in transit
The tests were shipped from California but never made it to the testing facility in New Jersey.
By Allie Gross • July 29, 2014 -
Michigan schools chief meets with state charter leaders
The meeting was called after an investigative report by the Detroit Free Press highlighted a lack of accountability around the schools.
By Allie Gross • July 29, 2014 -
Cursive may remain in lesson plans for 7 states
Though not mandated by the Common Core, these states are either debating or have recently mandated the inclusion of this skill.
By Allie Gross • July 29, 2014 -
Teacher eval disputes hinder Washington’s shot at NCLB waiver
U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan’s has promised a reprieve from the Bush-era law if test scores are added to teacher evaluations, but many in the state are unwilling to make the concession.
By Allie Gross • July 29, 2014 -
Education Fixation: The week ahead in education news
Learn more about Moody’s downgrades, student achievement versus poverty in K-12, and more this week on Education Dive!
By Roger Riddell • July 28, 2014
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