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Deep DiveBringing back retired teachers offers benefits, challenges
In recent years, leaders in several states have removed barriers to rehiring veteran educators to address teacher shortages.
By Christina Vercelletto • July 16, 2019 -
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Schools redress rules amid passage of anti-discriminatory state policies
Dress codes are frequently cited for unfairly targeting the female body, but some schools are giving students more control over what they wear.
By Naaz Modan • July 16, 2019 -
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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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Study: Students advising peers improve their own grades
The researchers suggest peer mentorship may be a more cost-effective means of boosting student achievement.
By Amelia Harper • July 16, 2019 -
Microcredential programs offer teachers more personalized PD opportunities
Districts in several states are experimenting with the programs, but experts say careful vetting is needed prior to adoption to ensure they're worth the time and money.
By Shawna De La Rosa • July 16, 2019 -
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Principles of effective time-bound learning experiences
Expand your definition of online learning with these best practices and principles.
By Liz Radzicki, Education Strategist • July 16, 2019 -
Are state takeover districts losing momentum?
Though New Orleans' turnaround effort mostly stands out as a success, efforts in Tennessee and other states are flagging.
By Amelia Harper • July 15, 2019 -
HUD plan would harm students in mixed-status families, educators say
If families with at least one noncitizen member lose housing subsidies, schools could see an increase in student homelessness, officials say.
By Linda Jacobson • July 15, 2019 -
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Shortage of cybersecurity pros drives districts to expand curriculum
To meet demand for skilled workers in the growing field, K-12 districts are offering high school students ways to earn certifications and college credit.
By Shawna De La Rosa • July 15, 2019 -
Efforts growing to rethink the way schools use time
Districts are exploring new options related to class length, lunch periods and bell schedules to open room for more innovative approaches to teaching and learning.
By Amelia Harper • July 15, 2019 -
Civil rights advocates call on Florida to halt student database
The breadth of information to be collected for a school gun violence prevention database, as well as access and security, are being called into question.
By Shawna De La Rosa • July 12, 2019 -
Student suspensions linked to further delinquency
Analyzing responses from a sample of 6,876 12- to 18-year-olds, researchers find students suspended were more likely to report committing offenses such as assault, carrying a gun and theft.
By Linda Jacobson • July 12, 2019 -
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Pre-to-3: Former Georgia pre-K students score higher than peers at 3rd grade
With the state's universal program for 4-year-olds now entering its 27th year, state early-childhood leaders say they're still learning how to balance access with continually improving quality.
By Linda Jacobson • July 12, 2019 -
Teachers sue Ed Dept over denied loan forgiveness
A new lawsuit claims the department failed to correctly implement the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program with intentional administrative errors.
By Naaz Modan • July 11, 2019 -
Report: Multiple approaches to media literacy limit efforts to measure outcomes
Some experts, however, note that the wide variety of perspectives on teaching students to develop "healthy skepticism" is a strength in the field.
By Linda Jacobson • July 11, 2019 -
E-rate remains critical to school broadband connectivity
Funds For Learning's ninth annual survey of E-rate applicants finds 70% reporting the program's competitive bidding rules are lowering internet service prices, though home connectivity for students remains a challenge.
By Roger Riddell • July 11, 2019 -
Study: Promoting growth data may improve school integration
Research suggests parents may be more likely to consider low-income or high-minority population districts when presented with growth data over demographics and test scores.
By Amelia Harper • July 11, 2019 -
Ed Dept touts handling of civil rights complaints
The department's Office for Civil Rights says it has resolved almost twice as many complaints per year as during the Obama administration, but advocates say officials might be missing "systemic" issues.
By Linda Jacobson • July 11, 2019 -
Strong teachers, good design important for virtual charters to succeed
The report from Public Impact features two schools — one in Idaho and another in New Hampshire — as positive examples of online charters.
By Shawna De La Rosa • July 11, 2019 -
A political argument can be a teachable moment
Experts suggest looking at multiple sides of an issue like climate change can teach students about civility as well as the topic they’re discussing.
By Lauren Barack • July 10, 2019 -
Evidence suggests without contextual knowledge, literacy skills fall flat
A well-rounded curriculum focused on building a love for learning may be the key to boosting reading comprehension.
By Naaz Modan • July 10, 2019 -
Middle schools beefing up career and technical ed labs
As debate persists around how young is too young for students to begin deciding on careers, the middle grades are increasingly eyed as a good introductory period for a variety of skills.
By Shawna De La Rosa • July 10, 2019 -
Infusing pop culture into learning connects students to the curriculum
Using hip hop and superheroes to inspire class projects are a few ways teachers are challenging and engaging students via their personal interests.
By Lauren Barack • July 10, 2019 -
Report: More states pursuing innovative assessment models
But some are "responding to political pressures" against over-testing, according to a Bellwether Education Partners analysis.
By Linda Jacobson • July 10, 2019 -
Congress considering bills to free up more funds for summer food programs
A Food Research and Action Center report released Wednesday shows participation in summer meal programs has fallen for the past three years.
By Shawna De La Rosa • July 10, 2019 -
African American students, teachers underrepresented at private schools
As more students of color trickle into private schools, research detailing the impact teachers of color have on achievement will necessitate greater attention to staff diversity.
By Shawna De La Rosa • July 10, 2019
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