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Report: Value of Michelle Rhee-style reforms is questionable
Have impoverished students ended up worse off with Rhee-style reforms?
By Roger Riddell • April 25, 2013 -
Gov. Brown vows lawmakers face 'battle of their lives' if they reject Calif. education plan
Will state legislators back his funding measure?
By Roger Riddell • April 25, 2013 -
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Educators are exploring a variety of strategies to improve students’ learning experiences while continuing to navigate ongoing political disputes.
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Head of Boston school system to step down
Superintendent Carol Johnson announced she will retire at year's end.
By Davide Savenije • April 24, 2013 -
N.J. elementary school wins EPA's energy-saving competition
The school slashed its energy use by over 50% in a year.
By Davide Savenije • April 24, 2013 -
Startup incubator Imagine K12 increases per-startup funding to $100K
The startup accelerator's new "start fund" made the $80,000 seed capital increase possible.
By Roger Riddell • April 24, 2013 -
Common Core to test students' digital literacy
Skills tested include critical thinking exercises aimed at finding and evaluating information online.
By Roger Riddell • April 24, 2013 -
Florida legislators reject $2,500 across-the-board teacher pay raises
The raises were a priority for Gov. Rick Scott.
By Roger Riddell • April 23, 2013 -
New Texas test standards guarantee failure for some special ed students
Students capable of completing only "Level 1" tasks on the STAAR-Alternate would no longer be deemed "proficient" under the new rule.
By Roger Riddell • April 23, 2013 -
Deep Dive
15 ed tech Twitter accounts you need to follow
These experts and organizations can be valuable resources for keeping up with the latest developments in education technology.
By Roger Riddell • April 22, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Most Read Education News of the Week: NovoEd, edX and billionaires
Miss out on the week's biggest education news? Now is your chance to catch up.
By Brian Warmoth • April 19, 2013 -
Current, former W. Va. governors join forces on ed tech project
The project will help schools assess their technology needs and develop a plan accordingly.
By Roger Riddell • April 18, 2013 -
Michelle Rhee accused of ignoring cheating evidence as D.C. chancellor
The allegations are similar to those that recently landed Atlanta officials a grand jury indictment.
By Roger Riddell • April 18, 2013 -
Deep Dive
6 billionaires changing the face of education
Education's richest philanthropist and five other billionaires show up on our list of the field's most powerful pocketbooks.
By Roger Riddell • April 16, 2013 -
Scholastic adapting to digital world with new e-products
The education publishing giant has seen a big drop in book sales, but is making a comeback with long-term investments in education technology.
By Davide Savenije • April 16, 2013 -
Colorado seeks common vision for many STEM initiatives
Though several STEM initiatives currently exist across the state, a clearly-defined framework does not.
By Roger Riddell • April 15, 2013 -
Behind the Webcam's Watchful Eye
Hailey Schnorr has spent years peering into the bedrooms, kitchens, and dorm rooms of students via Webcam. In her job proctoring online tests for universities, she has learned to focus mainly on students' eyes. "What we look for is eye movement," says Ms. Schnorr. "When the ...
By Elizabeth Robins • April 15, 2013 -
Is police presence in schools actually hurting students?
While many believe police are needed to protect students, some experts argue increased police presence has sparked a needless rise in student arrests.
By Davide Savenije • April 12, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Most Read Education News of the Week: MOOCs, Twitter and Apple TV
If you missed any of this week's big headlines, our Most Read will keep you up-to-date.
By Davide Savenije • April 12, 2013 -
El Paso cheating scandal shows culpability complications
Lorenzo Garcia is in prison, but solutions still need to be found in the Lone Star State.
By Brian Warmoth • April 11, 2013 -
Does the U.S. education system need a technology upgrade?
A new Politico opinion piece argues that a meaningful national approach to ed tech is necessary for U.S. students to succeed.
By Roger Riddell • April 11, 2013 -
What does Obama's new $3.8 trillion budget do to education?
The Preschool for All and Race to the Top initiatives are the centerpieces of a budget that would largely return education funding to pre-sequester levels.
By Roger Riddell • April 11, 2013 -
Educators release Next Generation Science Standards
The first national science education recommendations since 1996 call for far-reaching changes to the way the subject is taught.
By Roger Riddell • April 10, 2013 -
How to use Apple TV in the classroom
Apple TV's "Airplay" feature provides teachers with an easy way to integrate technology in the classroom.
By Davide Savenije • April 8, 2013 -
N.J. sees influx of charter school applications
The state received 38 applications for charter schools, all of which will be decided by the end of September.
By Roger Riddell • April 8, 2013 -
Education Department defends anti-gun video
The video features Education Secretary Arne Duncan speaking with inner-city children about their experiences with gun violence.
By Roger Riddell • April 5, 2013
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