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Research shows disconnect between results and students' perceptions of active learning
Harvard researchers find students' believe they learn better from lectures despite active learning producing better exam results, necessitating better communication of benefits.
By Lauren Barack • Oct. 23, 2019 -
Study: My Brother's Keeper initiative in Oakland USD significantly impacts black male dropout rate
The African American Male Achievement program further demonstrates the impact of teachers of color, with additional focus placed on SEL and culturally relevant curriculum.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Oct. 23, 2019 -
Trendline
Curriculum
Educators are exploring a variety of strategies to improve students’ learning experiences while continuing to navigate ongoing political disputes.
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District- or school-based coaches? Research shows it makes a difference
Experts recommend a hybrid model combining the strengths of both approaches.
By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 23, 2019 -
West Virginia county targets poverty to boost achievement
McDowell County, among the nation's poorest, is one of many districts providing wraparound services to keep low-income students in school.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Oct. 22, 2019 -
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Cultivating self-awareness to move learning forward
Learn about 7 self-awareness teaching practices designed to assist students with self-agency.
By Sucheta Kamath, MA, MA, CCC, BC-ANCDS, Founder ExQ® • Oct. 22, 2019 -
Report finds 'period poverty' a top reason girls miss school
Schools are addressing issues including a lack of access to hygiene products and menstruation stigma by stocking items in health rooms and bathrooms.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Oct. 21, 2019 -
Relay Graduate School trains pre-K teachers, but awareness of its approach remains limited
Leaders expect continued growth of the alternative teacher preparation program's residency model for early educators.
By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 21, 2019 -
In-school yoga controversial as some parents resist practice
Experts say administrators can stave off backlash from those who see yoga and meditation as promoting non-Christian beliefs by being transparent about the benefits and non-religious applications.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Oct. 18, 2019 -
Tallying numbers of students in poverty poses challenge for lawmakers
Under many funding formulas, accurately identifying students in poverty can determine school allocations and who receives the support needed to succeed.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Oct. 18, 2019 -
Opinion
High schoolers in charge? How one school gave up control and won
Penn Manor School District Director of Technology Charlie Reisinger details how a transition to open source software led to more open educational approaches overall.
By Charlie Reisinger • Oct. 17, 2019 -
As 'green wave' spreads, marijuana funds create new dilemmas for education leaders
Eleven states and D.C. permit adult recreational use, and more are expected to enact legalization laws in 2020.
By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 17, 2019 -
Column
Roundup: Curriculum in state education policy
Before adjourning their legislative sessions, a number of states pushed bills around career and technical education relevance and bullying prevention.
By Naaz Modan • Oct. 16, 2019 -
Researchers find kindergarten readiness test can predict early school success
The first year of school is a critical one, but readiness begins in pre-K and many districts are focusing efforts on increasing support.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Oct. 16, 2019 -
Unplugging from tech important even in 1:1 schools
One New Jersey middle school principal worked with teachers to adjust curriculum for days where students would be encouraged to focus on peer interaction and collaboration.
By Lauren Barack • Oct. 16, 2019 -
Courtesy of Allison Shelley/The Verbatim Agency for American Education: Images of Teachers and Students in Action.
Deep DiveHuman interaction, SEL in curriculum key to curbing cyberbullying
Focusing on interpersonal skills, even amid the perceived anonymity of the digital world, helps students learn to be more accountable in their words and interactions, experts say.
By Lauren Barack • Oct. 16, 2019 -
Study: Black-white discipline gap predicts achievement disparities
Researchers note efforts to boost equity in discipline would likely have a positive effect on achievement and vice versa.
By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 16, 2019 -
4 key practices for successful district-wide SEL integration
Superintendents and others highlight what schools can do to expand social-emotional initiatives, including positive messaging and culturally inclusive practices.
By Naaz Modan • Oct. 16, 2019 -
DC elementary school transforms culture with alternative discipline
Research informing the "Conscious Discipline" approach shows students excel when they feel safe and loved but act out in times of duress.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Oct. 16, 2019 -
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A hands-on aquaponics lab wins national recognition
Districts across the country are awarded funding for STEAM learning experiences that develop skills for students.
Oct. 16, 2019 -
California first state to mandate later school start times
The state sided with parents and pediatricians on later starts for middle and high school students, with administrator and teacher groups opposed to the change.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Oct. 15, 2019 -
Deep Dive
'Free and appropriate': Special ed stakeholders work to make IEP meetings less one-sided
Improvement plans include federal funding for a technical assistance center to support districts in developing IEPs that "enable children to make progress."
By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 15, 2019 -
Few districts have resources for customer service approach despite benefits
Developing a customer service mindset can build deeper trust, leading to better community-school cooperation and higher student retention, experts say.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Oct. 14, 2019 -
Ride-share apps cruise into student transportation market
Some districts are looking to student-focused services employing highly qualified caregivers to transport special needs students in particular.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Oct. 14, 2019 -
DeVos pushes charter school growth through opportunity zone initiative
A Thursday announcement revealed the Education Department is contracting with a Maryland firm to assist charter development in low-income communities.
By Naaz Modan • Oct. 11, 2019 -
Districts weigh cutting gifted programs as inclusivity lags
The programs tend to be filled with affluent, white students due to a skewed playing field in screening processes.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Oct. 11, 2019
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