FETC, assessment and institutional innovation: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on higher ed affordability, creativity in schools and more here.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 26, 2018

Qualified dual-credit teachers hard to recruit, keep in rural areas

Without additional funding, schools in these areas can't offer competitive salaries to hire or retain teachers who meet the qualifications.

By Jeremy House • Jan. 24, 2018

School-university partnership seeks to improve graduation rates

Students will be able to earn college credit while faculty members examine local issues contributing to low graduation rates.

By Linda Jacobson • Jan. 22, 2018

Report: Schools have role in preparing aspiring teachers to be 'learner ready'

The report refers to a “third space” in which PK-12 schools and universities work together to create clinical experiences for teaching candidates.

By Linda Jacobson • Jan. 18, 2018

Cambridge K-12 standards enhancing students' college-readiness

Why college administrators need to know about this international curriculum employed by 10,000 schools worldwide and a growing number in the U.S.

By Shalina Chatlani • Jan. 18, 2018

One-third of nation's best high school students don't finish college

According to a Georgetown University study, these "forgotten" students are spread evenly across race and class. ​

By Jeremy House • Jan. 16, 2018

Innovative pre-K and school climate: The week's most-read education news

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By Roger Riddell • Jan. 12, 2018

Higher ed trends and K-12 administrators to watch: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on districts to watch, makerspaces and nontraditional classroom furniture here!

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 5, 2018

Strengthening dual-credit programs key to higher ed's survival

33,700 Virginia students took advantage of dual-enrollment programs, only to learn not all of the classes would be accepted at all of the state's institutions.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Dec. 15, 2017

Partnership of the Year: Port Richmond Partnership Leadership Academy

Wagner College, a private, liberal arts institution that created the academy in collaboration with the New World Foundation’s Civic Opportunities Initiative Network in 2013, is now expanding opportunities to elementary and middle school students.

By Linda Jacobson • Dec. 4, 2017

Cool courses, HEA and Khan: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on institutional assistance to low-income students and more here.

By Roger Riddell • Dec. 1, 2017

Teacher ed programs turn to virtual reality

The approach allows future teachers to learn from mistakes in a "low-stakes" environment.

By Pat Donachie • Nov. 27, 2017

Gee, dyslexia and coding: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on efforts to address dyslexia in the classroom and more here!

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 17, 2017

William & Mary is joining a national effort to turn soldiers into teachers

The institution is hosting a new hub — Troops to Teachers Virginia Center — that helps veterans and current army members enter the world of teaching. 

By Shalina Chatlani • Nov. 13, 2017

It's time to address cybersecurity education, say policymakers

A leaky pipeline makes filling critical jobs difficult.

By Shalina Chatlani • Nov. 2, 2017

School-university partnership helps Staten Island students develop 'college self-esteem'

The project expands into feeder middle and elementary schools.

By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 31, 2017

Gates, credentials and partnerships: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on the benefits of university-industry partnerships and more here!

By Roger Riddell • Oct. 27, 2017

Title IX is often framed as a student issue. But female administrators face discrimination, too.

Some women in leadership say they have been catcalled by men on campus, and others say harassment by male colleagues has stunted their desire to ascend to higher levels in their fields.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Oct. 27, 2017

Experiential learning provides a chance to re-shape student and staff perspectives

Outward Bound celebrated its annual benefit dinner this week, with numerous alumni and educators espousing on the values and benefits of the organization.

By Pat Donachie • Oct. 26, 2017

Rutgers launches new social justice prep program for future educators

Diversifying the teaching force isn't enough; educators from all backgrounds must know how to relate to an increasingly diverse student population.

By Pat Donachie • Oct. 25, 2017

Dive Into STEM: Engaging diverse students requires an inward look

Educators across the spectrum have the power to inch students forward and build confidence in their abilities, rather than blaming them.  

By Shalina Chatlani • Oct. 12, 2017

Career tech courses becoming core subjects

The lines between college and career tracks blur in an evolving job market.

By Amelia Harper • Oct. 12, 2017

Can VR be a tool for inspiring empathy in higher ed?

Increasingly, stakeholders across the education spectrum are investing in virtual reality to inspire empathy in students and make campus experiences more accessible. 

By Pat Donachie • Oct. 6, 2017

Industry and education partnerships key to targeting skills gap in tech

With large numbers of tech jobs going unfilled each year, cross-sector collaboration is vital to giving students the skills they need to enter the workforce prepared. 

By Shalina Chatlani • Oct. 6, 2017

How can states improve data innovation in ed systems?

Legislators must try to leverage advances in data innovation to ensure that their state's systems are up-to-date and accessible for educators and school leaders, according to a new report.

By Pat Donachie • Sept. 27, 2017