Curriculum: Page 23

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    Mismatch in math course expectations for college admissions persists

    A study found 73% of high school counselors said not taking calculus limits students’ college options, but only 34% of admissions officers agreed.

    By • Sept. 7, 2022
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    Advocates seek more resources for newcomer students from Ed Dept

    Areas of need include curricular resources, professional development and common data definitions, a letter to the department said.

    By • Sept. 7, 2022
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from K-12 Dive

    K-12 Dive has gathered some a selection of our best coverage from 2024 so far as a one-stop resource on the trends to watch in the months ahead.

    By K-12 Dive staff
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    7 charts highlighting the pandemic’s impact on 2022 NAEP scores

    The health crisis reversed progress and set 9-year-olds back two decades on performance levels across nearly every race and income level. 

    By • Sept. 2, 2022
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    COVID-19 ‘shocked’ education with steepest declines in half-century

    For the first time in NAEP history, both the highest- and lowest-performing students saw performance decline, with the latter falling at a faster pace.

    By • Sept. 1, 2022
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    5 ways to practice constructive dialogue in the classroom

    The nonprofit Constructive Dialogue Institute shared a new back-to-school playbook that helps teachers facilitate tough conversations.

    By • Aug. 31, 2022
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    CTE can help alternative schools ensure post-graduation pathways

    A National Alternative Education Association board member says the goal should be to avoid having students reach graduation asking, “What now?”

    By Lauren Barack • Aug. 31, 2022
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    Tracker

    Rising Leaders: 10 standout assistant principals and district leaders you should know in 2022-23

    These exceptional administrators make the grade on inclusive practices, curriculum innovation, data-driven decision-making and more.

    By • Aug. 31, 2022
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    Survey: Use of print-only materials in classrooms likely to dwindle

    As research continues into the benefits of print versus digital materials, educators expect their use of e-books to grow.

    By • Aug. 29, 2022
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    Teens view drugs and alcohol as less risky, but use is down

    CDC surveys point to the importance of school-based substance use prevention programs in helping reduce abuse.

    By • Aug. 29, 2022
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    Calkins’ revised literacy curricula in limbo amid state law concerns

    Debate over discussion of race and gender in classrooms is delaying the new resources, which notably feature a deeper embrace of phonics.

    By Lauren Barack • Aug. 24, 2022
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    Educational media can expand young readers’ access to informational text

    Access to informational text is critical for learning, but a new study shows children have less exposure compared to other forms of text.

    By • Aug. 24, 2022
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    Academic progress rebounds — but more recovery needed

    State assessment data and multiple studies about testing performance show year-over-year progress that still falls below pre-pandemic results.

    By • Aug. 24, 2022
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    Colorado district expands ‘equity of opportunity’ through remote classes

    St. Vrain Valley School District's AGILE program is in its first year and will allow high schoolers to take high-level courses virtually.

    By • Aug. 19, 2022
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    Checklist aims to help teachers create reading oases in book deserts

    Developed by nonprofit First Book, the resource comes alongside a survey highlighting educators’ annual $346 out-of-pocket classroom book expenses.

    By • Aug. 18, 2022
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    Proposed curriculum censorship bills increased 250% in 2022

    PEN America found 137 bills were proposed in 2022 to restrict classroom discussions on race, gender and LGBTQ identities, which mostly targeted K-12.

    By • Aug. 17, 2022
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    It’s never too early — or late — to identify gifted students

    Providing more opportunities to assess giftedness brings more equity into the process, but doing so is not without its complexities.

    By Lauren Barack • Aug. 17, 2022
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    Support for universal pre-K jumps as public opinion of schools drops

    Just over half of Education Next survey respondents give their local schools an A or B, compared to 60% in 2019.

    By • Aug. 16, 2022
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    Individualized math program shows promise for pandemic learning recovery

    The MAP Accelerator tool developed by Khan Academy and NWEA helped boost scores across all grades, races and poverty levels in grades 3-8.

    By • Aug. 16, 2022
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    Sponsored by Pearson Assessments

    Is universal screening the secret to a more successful school year? 3 steps to implementation.

    Learn more about the advantages and considerations that can support the smooth implementation of universal screenings.

    Aug. 15, 2022
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    Opinion

    How learning loss is framed shapes how it’s addressed

    An education nonprofit leader details three ways to approach and address pandemic-driven gaps in learning — and why the language used matters.

    By Ronald Chaluisán Batlle • Aug. 11, 2022
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    Parents encouraged to talk to schools about students’ math progress

    In addition to at-home activities, recommendations include asking about the school's math curriculum and tutoring offerings.

    By • Aug. 10, 2022
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    As Texas revises social studies curriculum, residents call for more civics and new courses

    The curriculum review follows passage of a law that delineates how topics like race and racism can be addressed in classrooms.

    By Lauren Barack • Aug. 10, 2022
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    COVID-19 learning lags could reverse narrowed achievement gap

    Data shows the achievement gap nearly halved over 50 years for marginalized students, but aggressive interventions may be needed to maintain progress.

    By • Aug. 9, 2022
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    How to encourage teachers to embrace universal design for learning

    Once committed to UDL practices, teachers need strategies to remove inequities and learning barriers.

    By • July 29, 2022
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    Over 1,700 colleges won’t require SAT, ACT for fall 2023, up from same point last year

    The latest FairTest number trails a final count of more than 1,800 institutions in 2022's admissions cycle, but tracks ahead of a tally from last July.

    By • July 27, 2022