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Deep DiveDay 3 at SXSWedu 2018: Media literacy not enough, school-to-prison pipeline disruption
Educators discussed learning games and a student-centered approach in Texas on the third day of the conference.
By Roger Riddell • March 7, 2018 -
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Deep DiveDay one at SXSWedu 2018: Educators share their stories, talk innovative school design
The first day of Austin's annual education innovation conference kicked off with conversations about equity and a new effort to help homeless students.
By Roger Riddell • March 5, 2018 -
Students with 'benefit mindset' ready to improve communities
Teaching students the power of altruism impacts both academic achievement and social-emotional development.
By Roger Riddell • March 2, 2018 -
Report: Federal government should take action on ensuring equitable funding
The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights suggests that the federal government reward states and districts that are increasing resources for underserved students.
By Amelia Harper • March 2, 2018 -
Instead of guns, some teachers ask for more resources to keep schools safe
Books, counselors and smaller class sizes are among their requests.
By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 28, 2018 -
Teacher unions await court decision on requiring fees
The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments Monday in Janus v. American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees, a case that could have a big impact on the power of teacher unions.
By Amelia Harper • Feb. 27, 2018 -
Will tech soon track students' attentiveness?
The use of biometrics to track students' eye movement and facial expressions via webcams on their devices could make its way to K-12 in the next decade — but ethical concerns remain.
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 26, 2018 -
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Fariña, new higher ed approaches and more: The week's most-read education news
Don't fall behind! Stay ahead of the class with the latest on efforts to cater to adult students and more here.
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 23, 2018 -
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Trump suggests arming, training educators to deter school shootings
The president suggested educators who receive training and carry a firearm could receive a bonus, but spoke against active shooter drills in schools.
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 23, 2018 -
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After-school programs once again targeted in budget
For the second year in a row, President Donald Trump is proposing eliminating funding for the 21st Century Community Learning Centers program.
By Amelia Harper • Feb. 23, 2018 -
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Arkansas schools slow to implement ban on suspensions for truancy
A study shows that schools with a higher percentage of students of color were even less likely than others to follow the law.
By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 23, 2018 -
New campaign highlights states' school improvement efforts
The States Leading Campaign wants to ensure states are being recognized for the innovative work they're doing to improve schools and outcomes for students under ESSA.
By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 21, 2018 -
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Deep DiveOutgoing NYC Chancellor Fariña: Administrators should be curriculum experts, build networks beyond ed
The retiring chief of the nation's largest school system reflected on her accomplishments, what still needs to be done, and experiences as a woman.
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 21, 2018 -
Education must look beyond standardized tests to fully measure student growth
Not all students perform well on standardized tests, but individualized approaches that incorporate alternatives like portfolios can provide a more well-rounded view of their progress.
By Amelia Harper • Feb. 21, 2018 -
California bill would extend ban on unnecessary suspensions
The state has led the way in adopting alternative disciplinary measures to curb the "school-to-prison pipeline," and SB 607 would extend the ban on "willful defiance" suspensions beyond the early grades.
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 20, 2018 -
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Trump budget plan would cut grants to support education data systems
Experts say states still need help in learning how to use the data.
By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 20, 2018 -
AASA survey examines schools' ongoing funding struggles 10 years after recession
The survey's release comes as President Trump's FY19 budget proposal suggests a 5% cut to federal education spending.
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 16, 2018 -
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Report: States implementing practices to increase educational equity
Offering implicit bias training is one way states have tried to improve equity over the past year.
By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 16, 2018 -
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Rural, remote schools and districts face unique staffing struggles
Recruitment and retention in "no-stoplight" towns are also hindered by broad definitions of what constitutes a "rural" district.
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 15, 2018 -
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Bill and Melinda Gates may focus on issues beyond education to address poverty in the U.S.
Tackling root issues related to poverty could also improve the Gates Foundation's education efforts.
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 14, 2018 -
Federal budget proposal would slash teacher training funds
What will happen to professional development for teachers if the cuts happen?
By Amelia Harper • Feb. 13, 2018 -
DCPS scandal, marijuana and benefit corporations: The week's most-read education news
Stay ahead of the class with the latest on the future of the higher ed accreditation landscape and more here.
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 9, 2018 -
With chronic absenteeism factoring into accountability, California districts craft careful solutions
Educators are giving more attention to root factors that lead to absenteeism, such as highly personal issues ranging from housing problems to health conditions.
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 9, 2018 -
Kendall Davis
ColumnPre-to-3: It's legislative season — time to take another look at kindergarten policies
In many states, kindergarten still isn’t treated like 1st through 12th grade.
By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 9, 2018 -
Common Sense, Center for Humane Technology call for tech addiction awareness in schools
Students are vulnerable to the mental chess that big tech platforms, present in many classrooms, play for their attention, warns former Google ethicist Tristan Harris.
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 9, 2018
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