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Educators using music to make connections to STEM
One educator with the Urban Arts Collective is combining hip-hop music and culture with architecture concepts in a series of summer camps.
By Pat Donachie • Aug. 2, 2017 -
Social media review unlikely to become widespread admissions policy
Harvard recently revoked acceptance for a minimum of 10 students due to their roles in posting explicit content, but the majority of institutions aren't likely to adopt similar admissions policies.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 1, 2017 -
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TrendlineSchool 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.
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Tufts U camp teaches preschoolers foundational skills to prepare for automated workplaces
Students at the summer camp were engaged in critical thinking and collaborative play, building skills advocates say will be the most important in an increasingly automated future.
By Pat Donachie • Aug. 1, 2017 -
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3 testing ed tech challenges: Strategies to stay ahead
The transition to digital could streamline assessments, but it could also present difficulties.
By Shalina Chatlani • July 31, 2017 -
Deep DiveThese 4 assessment trends should remain top-of-mind
The implementation of the ESSA notwithstanding, educators must still contend with opt-out movements, digital issues, and the need for better models.
By Roger Riddell • July 31, 2017 -
Education innovation in Arizona extends to K-12, too
While ASU attracts a significant amount of attention to higher ed in the state, a number of K-12 schools are using tech and partnerships to help students prepare for life after high school.
By Roger Riddell • July 31, 2017 -
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Can STEM instruction benefit from an infusion of the arts? One Maryland district says yes
Prince George's County Public Schools initiated a pilot program to better integrate humanities into different school curricula, including science and math.
By Pat Donachie • July 31, 2017 -
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Culturally relevant pedagogy and the HBCU bubble: The week's most-read education news
Stay ahead of the class with the latest on growing pains in the coding bootcamp sector and more right here!
By Roger Riddell • July 28, 2017 -
How can schools make the most of flipped learning?
For the model's promise to fully be realized, schools and districts considering adoption must factor additional time required of teachers, new approaches to pedagogy and more.
By Roger Riddell • July 28, 2017 -
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U of Michigan after-school program delivers STEM skills to Detroit students
The Michigan Engineering Zone invites K-12 students to the university's campus to gain practical skills and experience.
By Pat Donachie • July 28, 2017 -
Videoconferencing underutilized in connecting students to real-world experts
Despite their ability to connect students with professionals worldwide for insight on real-world experiences, the use of Skype and similar tools remains far from ubiquitous.
By Roger Riddell • July 25, 2017 -
'Lock and block' device policies falling to lessons in self-management
Digital mastery is in demand in the workforce, but schools must also produce students who know how to disconnect from devices and manage their time and activities.
By Roger Riddell • July 24, 2017 -
K-12 funding failure and higher ed revenue streams: The week's most-read education news
Stay ahead of the class with the latest on Coursera's approach to personalization and access and more here!
By Roger Riddell • July 21, 2017 -
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Educators call for professional development around digital tools
Teachers often pay out of pocket for professional development on how to use tech, according to the 2017 Educator Confidence Report released by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.
By Pat Donachie • July 21, 2017 -
Survey provides educator insight on state of civics ed
Teachers from all 50 states weighed in on a survey covering everything from student leanings to thoughts on digital offerings.
By Pat Donachie • July 20, 2017 -
State ESSA plans opportunity for K-12, higher ed to develop STEM career pipeline
Sixteen states and DC have already submitted their plans, many of which outline ways to raise STEM curriculum's profile — and maybe even work with higher ed.
By Shalina Chatlani • July 19, 2017 -
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Digital divide remains in PD despite rise in internet connectivity
Internet connectivity for school districts has risen drastically, but many teachers feel professional development around tech tools is lacking in districts servicing low-income communities..
By Pat Donachie • July 19, 2017 -
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Cost of education data breaches averages $245 per record
That's much higher than the worldwide cost of around $200 per record, according to a study from the Ponemon Institute.
By Shalina Chatlani • July 18, 2017 -
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Agricultural ed programs benefit from professional development
Advocates, teachers and administrators have spurred an increase in agricultural education programs which has subsequently demanded more qualified applicants.
By Pat Donachie • July 18, 2017 -
Administrators battle student sexting trend
Students are increasingly using smartphones and social media platforms for sexting, according to principals on a recent panel discussion, and changes in the past few years have made it more difficult to curtail.
By Pat Donachie • July 17, 2017 -
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GOP's college disenchantment and new 'typical' student: The week's most-read education news
Stay ahead of the class with our coverage from the National Principals Conference and more here!
By Roger Riddell • July 14, 2017 -
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Massachusetts district boosts peer learning with student 'how-to' videos
Having students create videos to explain to peers how they solved particularly difficult coding problems engages students in critical and creative thinking.
By Roger Riddell • July 14, 2017 -
Adaptive software not synonymous with personalized learning
Advocates believe adaptive software can help schools achieve learning closer to a 1:1 ratio, but doesn't necessarily constitute an effective personalized learning approach.
By Pat Donachie • July 13, 2017 -
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Deep DiveConnecting directly and utilizing resources paramount for college readiness
Panelists at the 2017 National Principal Conference stressed the importance of making strong connections with students and staff, and being a consistent presence in students' lives.
By Pat Donachie • July 12, 2017 -
It's never too early to start planning for E-rate
Getting a jumpstart on planning and paperwork can simplify bidding and ease the navigation of what can often be a complex process.
By Roger Riddell • July 11, 2017
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