Professional Development
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Opinion4 key factors to support district-wide math achievement
A retired superintendent writes that making math achievement a "non-negotiable" is critical to improving outcomes.
By Amy Hodgson • May 19, 2022 -
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Q&ALessons In Leadership: Dallas superintendent reflects on wins, challenges ahead of second retirement
Michael Hinojosa shared how he's navigated sometimes tense relationships with lawmakers, the importance of succession planning and more.
By Roger Riddell • May 19, 2022 -
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Personalized learning experiences aren't just a goal for the classroom anymore — they're highly sought out for PD over traditional sit-and-get seminars. And there's no shortage of topics to cover.
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OpinionEntrepreneurship education won't save the teaching profession — but it's a good place to start
A Florida educator writes that teacher satisfaction is a complex problem that can only be addressed with a multifaceted approach.
By Falia Justima • May 3, 2022 -
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More than half of first-time teachers in Alabama leave within 3 years
A new statewide analysis on teacher shortages leads to calls for more data — and more support systems for new educators.
By Anna Merod • April 29, 2022 -
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This Tennessee district's grow-your-own program is set to eliminate teacher vacancies
Clarksville-Montgomery is the first permanent grow-your-own teacher apprenticeship program approved by the U.S. Department of Labor.
By Anna Merod • April 22, 2022 -
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OpinionBeing a teacher needs to be the best job in the district
A leader and a staff member of NCEE write that teachers should be rewarded for leading the growth of their colleagues.
By Jason Dougal and Ann Borthwick • April 21, 2022 -
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Harvard dissolves undergrad teacher education program
Low enrollment and bureaucratic obstacles were cited in the decision to pivot to a master's-only program.
By Anna Merod • April 12, 2022 -
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OpinionAfter 5 decades of teaching, 7 lessons my students taught me
A veteran educator writes that pedagogy must adapt to how students learn, discipline must be more compassionate and building relationships is key.
By Stephen Sroka • March 29, 2022 -
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NEA, Airbnb partnership aims to help teachers supplement income
The move, which allows educators to earn stipends and discounts, comes as districts nationwide make efforts to retain teachers and increase pay.
By Kara Arundel • March 28, 2022 -
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Cardona urges state, district momentum on teacher shortages
The education secretary is expected to call for increased teacher pay, more robust prep programs and more in a Monday announcement.
By Naaz Modan • March 28, 2022 -
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Report suggests 'invisible tax' levied against Black male educators
Experts say the additional responsibilities Black male educators report taking on point to a need for professional development for all teachers.
By Naaz Modan • March 25, 2022 -
We want to hear about your school district's rising leaders
For a second year, K-12 Dive's Rising Leaders is looking for trailblazing assistant principals and district leaders to spotlight.
By Roger Riddell • March 24, 2022 -
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High expectations, relationships key to improving ELL student experiences
A Rhode Island superintendent told ASCD conference attendees that teachers must think of ELLs as having a learning asset rather than a deficit.
By Anna Merod • March 23, 2022 -
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SXSW EDU 2022: Our recap of Austin's ed innovation extravaganza
We've rounded up all of our coverage from this year's show in one location for your convenience.
March 22, 2022 -
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Day 3 at SXSW EDU 2022: Cardona raises student voice, district leaders discuss population shifts
The Austin ed innovation festival's third day also included principal pipeline equity discussions and a hip-hop icon promoting student mental health.
By Roger Riddell , Anna Merod • March 10, 2022 -
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Day 2 at SXSW EDU 2022: Culture wars, 'future-proofing' classrooms, and disrupting racial inequity
The Austin, Texas, education innovation conference continued Tuesday with conversations on media literacy, workforce pathways and more.
By Roger Riddell , Anna Merod • March 8, 2022 -
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Day 1 at SXSW EDU 2022: Retrieval practice, universal meals and revolutionizing assessment
Couldn't make it to Austin, Texas? Get caught up on conversations around learning pods, classroom models and more.
By Roger Riddell , Anna Merod • March 7, 2022 -
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Counselors for Computing broadens student exposure to STEM
The program trains counselors to encourage girls and other students underrepresented in computing to pursue tech careers or hobbies.
By Kara Arundel • March 2, 2022 -
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Grow-your-own teacher pipeline model gains steam
The approach could help districts overcome barriers to entry like high tuition costs and low teacher pay.
By Anna Merod • March 2, 2022 -
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Sponsored by Illuminate EducationHow (and why) to complete a mid-year check on equity & growth
Discover a straightforward blueprint for completing your own mid-year data check.
By Jaime Harris, Ed.S., NCSP, co-founder of eduCLIMBER • Feb. 22, 2022 -
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Diversifying, expanding the assistant principalship key to repairing leadership pipelines
Despite impacts on culture and outcomes, those in the role continue to face barriers, experts said during a session at AASA's national conference.
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 18, 2022 -
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AASA, NSPRA launch program to improve educators' communication skills
As education faces growing division, a newly launched AASA-NSPRA program aims to create more civil, understanding school communities.
By Anna Merod • Feb. 7, 2022 -
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Sponsored by Move This WorldWhy high school students need social emotional learning
Social emotional learning supports the skills that high school students need to successfully transition to college.
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Black teachers more likely to be highly qualified, clock fewer years in classroom
Long-time and Black teachers are known to improve student outcomes, but the pandemic could lead to turnover of both.
By Naaz Modan • Feb. 3, 2022 -
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CEC 2022: What you need to know from the annual special education gathering
From stemming staff shortages and strengthening parent relationships to implementing de-escalation strategies, we've got you covered.
By Kara Arundel • Jan. 31, 2022
