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Michigan approves changes to grad requirements
The changes affect math, foreign language, and health and physical education classes.
By Allie Gross • June 26, 2014 -
Insight unveils new education site ahead of ISTE
Insight ON: Education helps schools effectively use technology in their classrooms.
By Allie Gross • June 26, 2014 -
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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Chicago's Board of Ed say yes to new discipline code
The use of suspensions and expulsions will be limited under the new guidelines.
By Allie Gross • June 26, 2014 -
Wyoming ed committee convenes to discuss structuring issues
Issues have arisen due to conflicting paths to power for State Board of Education members and the state's superintendent.
By Allie Gross • June 26, 2014 -
Google Play for Education access expands to Chromebooks
The Android portal is no longer limited to tablets.
By Allie Gross • June 26, 2014 -
Washington school district bans party treats in the classroom
The Edmonds School District's party snacks ban was inspired by the new federal Wellness Policy.
By Allie Gross • June 25, 2014 -
Tennessee walks away from PARCC exams
Only 15 states are now using the testing consortium.
By Allie Gross • June 25, 2014 -
Tensions boil over Indiana's NCLB waiver
The state must submit any amendments to its waiver application to the U.S. Department of Education next week.
By Allie Gross • June 25, 2014 -
GoNoodle aims to refocus students with quick games
The online mini-activities can be used to calm down, pump up, and refocus students for more productive learning
By Allie Gross • June 25, 2014 -
U.S. Ed. Dept. announces new state requirements for students with disabilities
Under the new standards, 32 states fail to meet compliance.
By Roger Riddell • June 24, 2014 -
Mississippi education officials stand by Common Core
Gov. Phil Bryant's negative comments about the standards ruffled educators' feathers,
By Allie Gross • June 24, 2014 -
Defense bill changes bring additional STEM funding
An amendment to the Department of Defense Appropriations Act brings another $5 million to the national STARBASE Youth Program.
By Allie Gross • June 24, 2014 -
High tech prices a burden for Twin Cities schools
Districts across Minneapolis and St. Paul, MN, are struggling to afford classroom tech.
By Allie Gross • June 24, 2014 -
Study: Over-decorated classrooms hinder learning
Researchers from Carnegie Mellon University found that too many posters and decorations are distracting for elementary school students.
By Allie Gross • June 24, 2014 -
Deep Dive
6 charter details you should know from new Noodle, NAPCS infographic
The infographic is set to be released at this month's National Charter Schools Conference in Las Vegas, but we've got your first look here.
By Allie Gross • June 23, 2014 -
NYC ed officials slow to transfer bullied students
It took months of trips to the Department of Education and police precinct for a bullied student to be transferred to a new school.
By Allie Gross • June 23, 2014 -
Detroit Free Press releases three-year investigative report on charter schools
According to the newspaper, Michigan spends $1 billion on charter schools each year but lacks adequate oversight.
By Allie Gross • June 23, 2014 -
New Hampshire city implements youth anti-violence program
The initiative includes efforts aimed at elementary, middle, and high school students.
By Allie Gross • June 23, 2014 -
Rick Scott gives Florida voucher expansion the OK
Under the new plan, middle class families will also be eligible for the state's voucher program.
By Allie Gross • June 23, 2014 -
Deep Dive
5 reactions to Vergara v. California
Last week's major ruling has some wondering if eliminating tenure will really level the playing field in public education.
By Allie Gross • June 20, 2014 -
Philly public schools to borrow $30M
The cash-strapped district is set to once again borrow money to stop layoffs.
By Allie Gross • June 20, 2014 -
D.C. shelves test scores in teacher evals -- for now
While the district makes changes to its Common Core-aligned tests, student results will not affect teacher evaluation scores.
By Allie Gross • June 20, 2014 -
Report: Grading essays with machines is a bad idea
Maja Wilson, the author of “Rethinking Rubrics in Writing Assessment,” explains the flaws of using artificial intelligence to grade essays.
By Allie Gross • June 20, 2014 -
Indiana teachers irked over unanswered questions
Teachers are waiting to learn more about the state's new standards, the remodeling of school grading systems, and the test that will replace the ISTEP.
By Allie Gross • June 20, 2014 -
Instructure aims for 'lossless learning' with latest Canvas upgrades
The new MagicMarker and Canvas Polls apps are among ways the company is incorporating real-time analytics into the physical classroom.
By Roger Riddell • June 19, 2014
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