Projects that address real-world debates can increase student engagement

Lessons that tie what students are learning to the real world engage them more effectively than lectures and rote memorization. 

By Roger Riddell • March 19, 2018

What educators need to know about literacy

Check out these five recent stories spotlighting challenges and strategies for getting students reading at level.

By Roger Riddell • March 16, 2018

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Equity in Education

From early learning to high school, the pandemic impacted equity at all levels of K-12, from persistent and widening achievement gaps to uneven access to school meals.

By K-12 Dive staff

SXSWedu 2018: Our recap of Austin's ed innovation extravaganza

Couldn't make it to Texas? We've rounded up all of our coverage of last week's show in one location for your convenience.

By Roger Riddell • March 16, 2018

Exploring civic engagement in the classroom

Students are taking to the streets, but how much do they know about the history of protest?

By Lauren Barack • March 14, 2018

With Pearson looking to sell its curriculum business, districts could be left in the lurch

Administrators may have concerns whether materials will be maintained.

By Lauren Barack • March 14, 2018

Students benefit from holding history in their hands

Touching historical artifacts is as close to time travel as children can get.

By Lauren Barack • March 14, 2018

Tying pop-culture to academics can spark student interest

Educators are tying the blockbuster film "Black Panther" into lessons on topics ranging from colonialism to technology.

By Lauren Barack • March 14, 2018

The best curriculum is consistent throughout K-12

Consistency throughout curriculum planning is crucial to not only educate children, but to prepare them for what they’ll need when they leave school.

By Lauren Barack • March 14, 2018

Creating schools that 'fit our kids'

Educators release report on practices that support students' social, emotional and academic development.

By Linda Jacobson • March 13, 2018

In one California district, dual language immersion is 'a pathway to closing the achievement gap'

Students become "language models" for each other in two-way programs.

By Linda Jacobson • March 12, 2018

Project LIT: How a Nashville educator turned a class project into a nationwide movement

Seeking to address book deserts, English teacher Jarred Amato and his students have inspired the launch of chapters nationwide.

By Roger Riddell • March 12, 2018

Stephenville ISD digital learning director stresses importance of pedagogy in 1:1

Brianna Hodges also says community partnerships were key to expanding web access in the rural Texas community.

By Roger Riddell • March 12, 2018

Assessments will be disrupted: Is a performance approach the future of testing?

Discussion at SXSWedu 2018 focuses on push for new testing practices that allow multiple ways for students to demonstrate what they know and can do 

By Roger Riddell • March 8, 2018

Utah lawmakers consider bill that would revise sex education curriculum to include 'refusal skills'

In #MeToo movement, some states are leaving decisions about how to address sexual harassment in the curriculum up to local school boards.

By Amelia Harper • March 8, 2018

Day 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

Real-world examples help students connect to learning

Students who can’t apply classroom lessons to their lives are in danger of tuning out their education.

By Lauren Barack • March 7, 2018

Structured Literacy can improve students' decoding skills

While designed for dyslexia, the strategy can applied to learners of all ages. 

By Lauren Barack • March 7, 2018

How schools fail students around financial literacy

Learning fiscal health tips may be as important as physical health.

By Lauren Barack • March 7, 2018

Women's history missing from textbooks — and classrooms

Closing the gap in STEM fields is one reason to highlight women's contributions.

By Lauren Barack • March 7, 2018

When teachers have a fear of math, their pupils can absorb the wrong lesson

Helping educators grow more comfortable with math supports students, too.

By Lauren Barack • March 7, 2018

Dance, drama and mariachi — schools use the arts as a 'turnaround' strategy

Students from more than 40 schools will perform at the Kennedy Center.

By Linda Jacobson • March 7, 2018

Day 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

Schools need industry input to help students connect learning to the real world

When industry experts connect with the classroom, students are more likely to discover their passion and a reason for learning.

By Amelia Harper • March 1, 2018

How feasible is 'computer science for all'?

Budgets fight against equity when it comes to a ‘for all’ curriculum.

By Lauren Barack • Feb. 28, 2018

Schools widen inclusion of LGBTQ topics

Giving voice to traditionally disenfranchised groups helps all students see themselves reflected in the world.

By Lauren Barack • Feb. 28, 2018