K-12: Page 69
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Deep Dive
Georgia moves game-based assessment beyond pilot phase
While the use of games for formative assessment is likely to grow, the field still faces a number of challenges, including cost and data reliability.
By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 11, 2019 -
Schools up student power in directing course of education
One Pennsylvania high school gives students a greater say by letting them take up to 20 AP exams, waive prerequisites and choose their teachers.
By Amelia Harper • Feb. 11, 2019 -
Courtesy of Allison Shelley/The Verbatim Agency for American Education: Images of Teachers and Students in Action
Is it time to remake middle school?
Educators, policymakers and others will gather in Washington, D.C., this week to discuss ways to reshape the perception of early adolescence as a time of risk to one that focuses more on positive opportunities.
By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 11, 2019 -
Elizabeth Regan/K-12 Dive
122 K-12 cybersecurity threats reported last year
However, the report's author believes up to 20 times that number of incidents may have gone unreported — and it's only expected to grow.
By Amelia Harper • Feb. 11, 2019 -
Trainings help educators respond to immigrant families' deportation concerns
In New Mexico, lawyers host "know your rights" sessions to teach educators what they can and can't do if immigration officials come knocking.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Feb. 10, 2019 -
Column
Pre-to-3: Place-based early literacy initiatives giving families a sense of community pride
Two Brooklyn, New York, nonprofits hope to "change the narrative" of a lower-income urban neighborhood by implementing a successful Tennessee model.
By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 8, 2019 -
Research review finds students who improve after school closure are 'more exception than rule'
A review of 17 studies finds displaced students’ graduation and college enrollment rates typically drop, and those in schools that get an influx of displaced students also face negative impacts.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Feb. 8, 2019 -
Decades of studies paint complex portrait of vouchers' value
Debate over these programs' success is very much alive, with concerns on both sides of the public-private divide as research shows mixed results.
By Amelia Harper • Feb. 8, 2019 -
NYC's higher grad rates raise questions about changing requirements
While the city's graduation rate increased by 1.7% last year, 1.2% of that is because more students are using alternative pathways to graduation.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Feb. 8, 2019 -
Local businesses, nonprofits team up to combat chronic absenteeism
New Orleans public schools are partnering with over 30 organizations, from local businesses to the mayor's office, to find ways to boost attendance rates, including mentoring at-risk students.
By Amelia Harper • Feb. 8, 2019 -
New research centers to focus on rural schools, high school writing
The University of Missouri, Harvard University and the University of California, Irvine, will receive a combined total of $25 million for research and practice efforts in these two areas.
By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 7, 2019 -
States vary in defining college and career readiness metrics
While 44 states include the popular education accountability indicator in their ESSA plans or school rating systems, not everyone agrees on what it means for a student to be prepared for college or career.
By Amelia Harper • Feb. 7, 2019 -
Study: Teaching noncognitive skills can spur better long-term student outcomes
Teachers who help students grow skills like self-regulation boost attendance, grades and graduation rates, compared to those who just raise test scores.
By Amelia Harper • Feb. 7, 2019 -
Sponsored by Build Your Future
3 Reasons why a 4-year degree isn't always worth it
The desire for job and financial security often drives career choices, but only 33% of jobs need a four-year degree.
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Deep Dive
Amid push for STEM education, arts instructors stress value of theater
As schools continue to expand science, technology, engineering and math opportunities, theater programs are proving beneficial in fostering soft skills and enhancing academics.
By Lauren Barack • Feb. 6, 2019 -
Give students lessons with a 'why'
A Wisconsin high school English teacher says when students get context for how lessons apply to the real world, they're engaged with a greater sense of purpose.
By Lauren Barack • Feb. 6, 2019 -
Koch network shifts attention toward K-12 curriculum, tech
The philanthropic network's interest could supplement tight education budgets, but it raises questions over whether districts should take funds from outside groups with their own agendas.
By Lauren Barack • Feb. 6, 2019 -
Seeing tangible outcomes builds deeper student STEM engagement
Schools in San Francisco are using SoftBank Group's Pepper robots to allow students to bring their coding skills to life.
By Lauren Barack • Feb. 6, 2019 -
AP participation, performance reach new highs
Seniors in the class of 2018 took 4.22 million exams — a 65% jump over the past decade — and were more likely to persist when faced with harder material.
By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 6, 2019 -
Study ties pre-K bullying to childhood depression
Research focused on 2- to 3-year-old kids shows those who both bully others and are bullied themselves are most likely to experience childhood depression.
By Amelia Harper • Feb. 6, 2019 -
New York legislature moves to separate student test scores from teacher evals
The move joins a growing trend of teacher unions and majority Democratic state legislatures pushing away from "teaching to the test."
By Amelia Harper • Feb. 6, 2019 -
Schools trade traditional classroom setups for flexible learning environments
New seating and group work spaces are some resources helping schools create modern spaces that embrace collaboration and personalization.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Feb. 5, 2019 -
Study links suspension, expulsion to drug use
A lack of oversight when students are removed from school can lead to problematic behavior, and researchers point to restorative practices as one strategy for reducing out-of-school suspension.
By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 5, 2019 -
Nonprofits key to helping districts bridge poverty-related achievement gaps
Even without a dedicated nonprofit, districts can create their own liaison position to connect families in need with the appropriate local services.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Feb. 5, 2019 -
Free digital guide provides practical SEL implementation tools for school leaders
The new resource from the Collaborative for Academic, Social and Emotional Learning was created over the past two years after field tests in schools and includes detailed advice, from planning a rollout to measuring results.
By Amelia Harper • Feb. 5, 2019
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