What's the biggest college barrier for low-income students?

One former administration official says it's not money, it's academics.

By Daniel Shumski • March 6, 2014

Some taking 'wait and see' attitude on new SAT

One response that sums up the reaction: 'The devil is in the details.'

By Daniel Shumski • March 6, 2014

Dual-language programs popular in Calif. elementary schools

Mandarin, Cantonese, and Hmong join Spanish and English in the classrooms. 

By Daniel Shumski • March 5, 2014

California district adds electric buses to fleet

The buses bring both environmental and cost benefits.

By Roger Riddell • March 4, 2014

A look at two 1:1 programs not using iPads

While Apple's devices are popular, they're not the only player in the tablet market.

By Daniel Shumski • March 4, 2014

Maine approves first virtual charter school

The state turned down another application with a troubling track record.

By Daniel Shumski • March 4, 2014

Amplify releases digital curriculum for middle school

Schools and companies are betting big on electronic content.

By Daniel Shumski • March 3, 2014

Teachers feel heard at school, but not on policy

Most teachers say they are enthusiastic about implementing Common Core standards.

By Daniel Shumski • March 3, 2014

Pearson warns of profit fall in 'short but difficult' digital transition

But an ongoing restructuring should bring the company into the black as soon as 2015.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 28, 2014

Money for online students misspent, Utah audit finds

Some schools get paid full-time money even for students studying part-time online.

By Daniel Shumski • Feb. 28, 2014

Los Angeles iPad program 'illegal,' former schools chief says

 Relying on bonds to pay for the program is wrong, an ex-superintendent writes.

By Daniel Shumski • Feb. 28, 2014

Apple improves education management tools in iOS

Among the new tweaks: The option for locked, preloaded security profiles.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 27, 2014

Should 1:1 programs look to Ubuntu over pricey alternatives?

There are a handful of reasons the Linux-based system may be preferable to Windows or OS X in the classroom.

By Gabriel Salkin • Feb. 26, 2014

Government releases guidelines on student data

Secretary of Education Arne Duncan says keeping information secure is a priority.

By Daniel Shumski • Feb. 26, 2014

NCSU expert offers advice to schools buying tech on a tight budget

The recommendations include looking at open-source solutions to save money.

By Daniel Shumski • Feb. 26, 2014

Chicago suburb looks to expand iPad 1:1 program

Wilmette school district would charge parents a fee. 

By Daniel Shumski • Feb. 26, 2014

Sharp drop in Midwest high school grads puts pressure on colleges

The effects of fewer prospective freshmen from the area are felt nationwide.

By Daniel Shumski • Feb. 25, 2014

Facebook, edX team up to release education app abroad

A pilot program in Rwanda will provide educational material on smartphones. 

By Daniel Shumski • Feb. 24, 2014

Washington State faces losing NCLB waiver

Lawmakers are dropping a bill that would have kept the state in the federal government's good graces.

By Daniel Shumski • Feb. 24, 2014

Google venture group sinks $40 million into Renaissance Learning

The money values Renaissance at $1 billion.

By Daniel Shumski • Feb. 21, 2014

Florida law lets college students decide if they need remedial classes

At least one administrator is worried the failure rate will rise as students take on too much.

By Daniel Shumski • Feb. 19, 2014

Pilot program tests Common Core app on iPad

Pearson Education is testing its software with about 40,000 students.

By Daniel Shumski • Feb. 18, 2014

Congressman warns Department of Education on NCLB waivers

Rep. George Miller urges the department to stand up for poor and minority students.

By Daniel Shumski • Feb. 14, 2014

Penn. high school picks Linux over Chromebooks or iPads

The district says it will save big by going with open-source software. 

By Daniel Shumski • Feb. 14, 2014

Outgoing N.J. ed chief sees no conflict in new job with Amplify

Christopher Cerf says regulations prevent him from benefiting from his Trenton connections in his new job.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 12, 2014