Vocational ed must place more focus on lifelong learning, soft skills

With the job market in flux due to technological advances, students will need foundational skills as well as the four C’s: critical thinking, communication, collaboration and creativity

By Amelia Harper • Dec. 13, 2017

Microsoft TEALS program expanding computer science opportunities for hundreds of schools

A former student now working for the company says the program introduces students to college-level concepts.

By Roger Riddell • Dec. 12, 2017

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School Safety and Security

Safety and security has been a growing concern for school districts, with shootings continuing to rise amid concerns over how to best prevent and respond to them.

By K-12 Dive staff

Warranties should be a key consideration in ed tech purchases

Daily use by students makes the likelihood of premature fatigue more likely and the value of warranties much higher.

By Roger Riddell • Dec. 11, 2017

Thought leaders share predictions on assessment, SEL, PD

The past several years have seen massive change in the K-12 space, largely due to seismic shifts in the economy and the need to re-adjust to meet changing workforce demands.

By Roger Riddell • Dec. 7, 2017

Close to 60% of teachers report using gaming elements

Using digital games appeals to a wider group of students, particularly those who don’t respond to traditional, lecture-styled classrooms.

By Lauren Barack • Dec. 7, 2017

Is computer science ed possible in a low-tech environment?

Teachers can apply terms like algorithm to everyday events and offer strategies such as cutting and pasting directional movements.

By Amelia Harper • Dec. 7, 2017

Cybersecurity still a top concern for districts considering cloud

As more functions are digitized and IT staff work to ensure all bases are covered in protecting sensitive data, there are lessons K-12 leaders can learn from their peers in higher ed.

By Roger Riddell • Dec. 6, 2017

Is taking a 'startup' approach to the classroom a key to success?

Lomie Heard Elementary School (NV) 3rd-grade teacher Claire Cummings describes how getting the startup Busker.fm off the ground improved her approach to teaching.

By Roger Riddell • Dec. 5, 2017

The K-12 Education Dive Awards for 2017

The 2017 Dive Awards for K-12 Education recognize the industry’s top disruptors and innovators. These administrators, districts and trends are transforming the industry and shaping the future.

By Roger Riddell , Linda Jacobson • Dec. 4, 2017

Computer Science Ed Week is here: How can schools make the most of it?

STEAM Coordinator Kelly Knight offers suggestions for maximizing learning opportunities during her “Get Ready for Hour of Code” webinar.

By Roger Riddell • Dec. 4, 2017

As PD eschews one-size-fits-all, how can administrators better guarantee ROI?

Differentiation, continued support, and measurable goals are stepping stones on the pathway to more effective professional learning opportunities for educators.

By Roger Riddell • Dec. 4, 2017

Most Disruptive Idea: District Cooperatives/Collaboratives

School districts have found strength in numbers, joining forces to leverage their collective resources and buying power amid ongoing budget austerity nationwide.

By Roger Riddell • 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

What role do libraries play in computer science ed?

A new grant aims to help public libraries expand access to computer science education beyond the school walls with the goal of increasing diversity in tech fields.

By Amelia Harper • Dec. 1, 2017

Better teaching through technology? Only with thoughtful preparation

Educators must ensure a cautious approach to tech use that doesn't make students overly reliant upon it to complete tasks and solve problems.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 30, 2017

'Family Playlists' the latest infusion of tech into parent-teacher communications

The model uses a two-part assignment to get parents more directly involved in the learning process.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 30, 2017

STEM expands once again — to include sports?

Trigonometry can be connected to baseball, for example, and biking can teach concepts such as force and aerodynamics.

By Amelia Harper • Nov. 30, 2017

Announcing the nominees for the 2017 K-12 Dive Awards

Ahead of the Dec. 4 reveal of this year's winners, take a look at the complete list of this year's nominees.

By Roger Riddell , Linda Jacobson • Nov. 28, 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

School redesigns accommodate today's (and tomorrow's) teachers and learners

In open, flexible environments, "it’s the space and the instructional strategies that work together."

By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 22, 2017

What would FCC proposal to ditch net neutrality mean for K-12?

The move could see some resource providers' content delivered at faster speeds than others.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 22, 2017

Mobile tech helps increase equity in high-poverty areas

A school district on Texas' Mexican border is offering increased tech access to students through an innovative solution.

By Amelia Harper • Nov. 22, 2017

Tech and early childhood: Speakers say digital tools should be 'interactive with interaction'

A session at the National Association for the Education of Young Children's annual conference highlighted Fred Rogers' influence on the use of media with the youngest students.

By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 20, 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

Recess: An ode to the hand turkey

Can this simple assignment be for more than just the birds?

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 17, 2017