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New book dissects flaws in virtual education
Equal Scrutiny: Privatization and Accountability in Digital Education argues appropriate accountability measures are needed for digital learning to advance.
By Allie Gross • May 8, 2014 -
Data Quality Campaign founder addresses student data controversy
In an editorial for the Huffington Post, Data Quality Campaign founder Aimee Rogstad Guidera explains why parents should be begging for student data.
By Allie Gross • May 8, 2014 -
NAEP scores reveal declines
Scores for the National Assessment of Educational Progress were released Wednesday.
By Allie Gross • May 8, 2014 -
Deep Dive
A brief history of education's big data debate
Concern over the collection and sharing of student data dates as far back as the 1970s.
By Allie Gross • May 7, 2014 -
Teacher Appreciation Week: tips for celebrating
The National Education Association (NEA) have deemed May 4-10 National Teacher Appreciation Week. What are some ways to show your hardworking teacher you care?
By Allie Gross • May 7, 2014 -
Actualize.Me wins Philly EdTech Hackathon
The third annual event saw hackers build out ideas proposed by students and district officials for the benefit of the Philadelphia School District.
By Roger Riddell • May 7, 2014 -
Corinthian Colleges in danger of default
The for-profit college operator reportedly breached the terms of its loans.
By Keith Button • May 7, 2014 -
Louisiana bill may expose students to agriculture classes
Taking a break from the Common Core, Louisiana discusses a new bill asking for an agriculture education immersion pilot program.
By Allie Gross • May 7, 2014 -
Education-optimized Chromebook expected among Intel's new line
The computing giant expects to release 20 new offerings this year.
By Allie Gross • May 7, 2014 -
House to debate school choice this week
House Majority Leader Eric Cantor has made the issue a top priority, and discussion of a charter expansion proposal may come as early as Thursday.
By Allie Gross • May 7, 2014 -
Silicon Valley: California needs more K-12 computer science ed
The request stems from a shortage of qualified workers.
By Allie Gross • May 7, 2014 -
California district under fire for assignment questioning Holocaust
The English/Language Arts assignment was reportedly intended to encourage critical thinking.
By Roger Riddell • May 6, 2014 -
Missouri parents outraged over graphic sex ed book
Illustrations in the e-book, 'Perfectly Normal,' contained nudity and some sexual activity.
By Allie Gross • May 6, 2014 -
Florida Senate expands voucher program
After much debate, the Florida Senate voted to expand the state's voucher program and include middle-income families in the mix.
By Allie Gross • May 6, 2014 -
Open letter claims PISA exams are hurting education globally
An open letter to PISA Director Dr. Andreas Schleicher calls for the discontinuation of the international standardized test.
By Allie Gross • May 6, 2014 -
Study: Majority of students oblivious to test changes
The Northwest Evaluation Association's “Make Assessments Matter” indicates many students are unaware of the massive debates surrounding education.
By Allie Gross • May 6, 2014 -
Majority of Louisiana students prefer online Common Core exam
Will the state education department's data sway lawmakers as they debate whether to adopt the PARCC exam?
By Roger Riddell • May 5, 2014 -
Indiana risks losing NCLB waiver
A letter from Assistant Education Secretary Deborah Delisle indicates the state is being monitored for failure to comply with the waiver agreement.
By Allie Gross • May 5, 2014 -
PARCC contracts Pearson for Common Core help
The education giant will help the consortium implement its Common Core assessments.
By Allie Gross • May 5, 2014 -
Will Indiana expand its voucher school coverage?
With the state's private schools reaching capacity, some lawmakers are considering using voucher funds to add space to the buildings.
By Allie Gross • May 5, 2014 -
S. Carolina candidate proposes legalizing pot to fund public ed
Prospective state superintendent Sheila Gallagher cites economic gains in Colorado and Washington in her proposal.
By Allie Gross • May 5, 2014 -
Study: 18% of public school teachers are nonwhite
A new study by the National Education Association highlights concerns that U.S. classroom lack diverse mentors.
By Allie Gross • May 5, 2014 -
Books and bankruptcy: The week's most read education news
Miss ConnectEDU's bankruptcy or Mark Cuban's ed tech investments? Get caught up on that and more right here!
By Roger Riddell • May 2, 2014 -
White House calls for updates to student privacy laws
Both current laws are long outdated.
By Roger Riddell • May 2, 2014 -
Bilingual education bill moves forward in California
The legislation would annul a 1998 measure mandating all public school instruction to be taught in English.
By Allie Gross • May 2, 2014
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