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Survey - Lack of Computers and Tablets Prevent Effective Digital Learning
Survey claims that teachers want to use digital learning tools but schools are unprepared to support them
By Sean Griffey • April 30, 2012 -
Schools Testing 360 Cameras for Teacher Observation
Cameras offer clear advantages over live observations, provide new opportunities for effective coaching, have far more capabilities than traditional video cameras
By Sean Griffey • April 27, 2012 -
Assessment Tech Shows Teachers Instant Results
System allows teachers to see when kids are struggling with concepts before testing them.
By Sean Griffey • April 27, 2012 -
Can New Funding Rules Improve University Graduation Rates?
With increasing graduation rates, Slippery Rock may be the poster child for performance funding
By Sean Griffey • April 26, 2012 -
Social Media Earns Spotlight on High School Education Policy Panel
Panel explores the idea of changes to schools and teachers in an education environment driven by social media and technology
By Sean Griffey • April 25, 2012 -
D.C. Chancellor Announces New 5-year Plan, Warns of Closures
The plan is Henderson’s clearest and most specific articulation of a long-range vision since replacing Michelle A. Rhee in October 2010.
By Sean Griffey • April 23, 2012 -
Thirty-One Schools Testing Wiley and Blackboard Digital Platform
Integrated system gives instructors and students a single place to track assignments
By Sean Griffey • April 23, 2012 -
Ball State President Blames Lawmakers For Low Salaries
Survey shows Ball State's average salary in the bottom 5 percent nationwide
By Sean Griffey • April 23, 2012 -
ASCD Releases E-Books Catalog via Barnes & Noble
Barnes & Noble's free NOOK Study application enables PC and Mac users to purchase and download e-textbooks and academic and trade titles from Barnes & Noble's digital library.
By Sean Griffey • April 20, 2012 -
Act and Inspire: The Dual Roles of Schools in Environmental Protection
A former public school teacher and currently the deputy director of the Learning First Alliance, Anne O'Brien outlines steps schools can take to develop a sustainability program.
By Sean Griffey • April 19, 2012 -
It Takes Heart to Transform a School
Elena Aguilar, a former teacher and leadership coach, shares her opinions on school transformation.
By Sean Griffey • April 18, 2012 -
Is Education Chief Smarter Than An 11Th-Grader?
Education Director retakes the ACT after a testing skeptic challenges Iowa officials to tackle a college readiness exam.
By Sean Griffey • April 17, 2012 -
In College Classrooms, the Problem Is High-School Athletics
Steven Conn, a professor from Ohio State, discusses the impact the business of sports has on high schools.
By Sean Griffey • April 17, 2012 -
School district considers shutting down every other Monday
Looking for savings, Minnesota school district may lengthen days, use shorter weeks.
By Sean Griffey • April 13, 2012 -
Case Study: What Does it Take to Turn Around a School?
A Colorado reform leader discusses the keys to turn around schools in this blog post.
By Sean Griffey • April 12, 2012 -
Be Proud of Your Accomplishments, Not Your Affiliations
Instead of resume-gardening, distinguish yourself through tangible accomplishments.
By Sean Griffey • April 12, 2012 -
Educators win Mega Millions, decide to keep teaching
Lottery director says 'these are the people you would want to see win'
By Sean Griffey • April 10, 2012 -
What Do Your Rules Say About You?
Lori Culle, Principal at Erin Woods Elementary, discusses how rules can impact the learning environment.
By Sean Griffey • April 9, 2012 -
Why School Principals Need More Authority
Chester E. Finn Jr., president of the Thomas B. Fordham Institute education think tank, details why giving school principals CEO authority may create a more efficient school system.
By Sean Griffey • April 4, 2012 -
Schools across the country bring iPads to the classroom
Once forbidden, tablets are changing classroom dynamics
By Sean Griffey • April 3, 2012 -
California Colleges Consider Sexual Orientation Poll
A voluntary poll would seek to gauge the size of LGBT populations and whether they are being adequately served. But some question how the data would be used.
By Sean Griffey • April 1, 2012 -
Danger Defanged: Content Filtering Makes the Web Safe for Students
Two new Barracuda Networks content filtering solutions show promise.
By Sean Griffey • March 29, 2012 -
NASPA survey finds parental involvement isn't always a bad thing
Parents are getting a bad rap. So say researchers who studied the relationship between parental involvement and their children's development.
By Sean Griffey • March 28, 2012 -
Survey finds 2% increase in mid-level admin salaries
Mid-level administrators in higher education saw a median base salary increase of 2.0 percent in 2011.
By Sean Griffey • March 26, 2012 -
Using Social Media: Tips for School Leaders
To get school leaders' take on the issue, Eye on Education asked a panel of administrators to discuss social media in their schools.
By Sean Griffey • March 23, 2012
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