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Fla. Gov. Rick Scott calls education summit following tumultuous summer
The state has seen the resignation of its schools chief and the implementation of a school grade "safety net" in recent months.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 23, 2013 -
Online learning gives more power to IT pros
A growing number of online options means more decisions to be made — and IT departments are often in the middle of it all.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 23, 2013 -
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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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Trends to watch in the new school year
A resurgence of arts education is one intriguing possible development.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 23, 2013 -
Deep Dive
5 ways Common Core could impact higher ed
If the new academic standards for high school succeed, college could look very different.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 22, 2013 -
Bill Gates invests in technology for teachers
The Microsoft co-founder is supporting a free resource for teachers to find new apps, games and websites.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 22, 2013 -
The first 7 iPad-centric 'Steve JobsSchools' open in the Netherlands
Will the Dutch schools prove to be as innovative as their namesake?
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 21, 2013 -
Active students get better grades, report finds
Recreation time may boost test scores, but recess often gets cut to make way for more class.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 21, 2013 -
Polls show mixed views for education reforms
Student testing is OK with many parents, but tying teacher pay to the results gets a cooler reception.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 21, 2013 -
As it turns out, most parents actually like their child's teacher
A new survey shows an 82% majority of parents approve of their child's most recent teacher.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 20, 2013 -
Pitbull-fronted charter school set to open Saturday in Miami
Can the rapper make charters "cool" and "sexy?"
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 16, 2013 -
Judge denies Chicago parents' request to block school closings
The city announced the closure of 50 public schools—the largest closing in the nation—in May.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 16, 2013 -
MOOCs, tablets and the best campuses: The week's most read education news
The massive open online learning wave rolls on in this week's top education stories.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 16, 2013 -
Common Core off to rocky start
The new academic standards are facing obstacles in statehouses and in classrooms.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 16, 2013 -
Washington State told its 'No Child Left Behind' waiver at risk
The U.S. Department of Education says the state's teacher evaluation system does not meet standards.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 16, 2013 -
Philadelphia will borrow $50M to open schools Sept. 9
Mayor Michael Nutter announced Thursday that the loans were necessary to "avoid this disaster."
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 15, 2013 -
iPads speak to students with disabilities
One expert in adaptive technology calls the tablet the best tool that’s ever been created.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 15, 2013 -
New York City taking closer look at teacher colleges
The mayor wants to see which schools turn out teachers who increase test scores.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 15, 2013 -
Deep Dive
21 Android tablet uses: What iPad's competitors bring to classrooms
Android apps are plentiful, but which options are making the platform's tablets worthy purchases for schools?
By Linda Cui • Aug. 14, 2013 -
How Common Core is changing math instruction
Homework won't be the same as new standards roll out.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 14, 2013 -
Arizona requiring financial literacy in K-12
The state joins 24 others in mandating some type of money education.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 14, 2013 -
Can Philadelphia's schools afford to open their doors this fall?
Without $50 million, the city's public schools may not open as scheduled in Sept.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 13, 2013 -
iPads becoming standard tool in some Michigan schools
K-12 students are getting more exposure to tablets, though it's often not one per student.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 13, 2013 -
Deep Dive
E-rate reform: Is it what schools really need right now?
A Monday media briefing by consultancy firm Funds For Learning focused on the FCC's pending reform of the program.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 12, 2013 -
Study shows positive correlation between blended learning and test scores
Students in classes utilizing algebra software showed improved test scores after one year.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 12, 2013 -
iPads for students: Is technology confused with teaching?
With 640,000 tablets being given to kids in Los Angeles, one writer says it may be time to remember that technology does not teach.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 12, 2013
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