Curriculum: Page 69
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Study: Volunteerism in adolescence can lead to positive health and education outcomes
Activism, however, was linked to more risky behaviors in adulthood, such as substance use.
By Linda Jacobson • Jan. 23, 2018 -
Deep Dive
Commission shares progress on efforts to expand social-emotional learning in schools
Members of the public are invited to weigh in on final recommendations.
By Linda Jacobson • Jan. 23, 2018 -
Trendline
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.
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Nude paintings, war photos and language: Is anything off-limits if it's educational?
Recent controversies have again raised the question of whether students should be shielded from material that might make them feel uncomfortable.
By Lauren Barack • Jan. 17, 2018 -
Dropping school backpacks for saws and hammers
Hands-on learning can breathe color into math lessons.
By Lauren Barack • Jan. 17, 2018 -
Scrum helps students feels valued — and gets class projects marked done
A little organization goes a long way with project-based learning.
By Lauren Barack • Jan. 17, 2018 -
Asking students to write in every class — even PE — may boost literacy
Alarmed by his students' lack of writing ability, a California principal started a program demanding kids write in every class, every day — and scores are on the rise.
By Lauren Barack • Jan. 17, 2018 -
Tech tools boost learning from STEM to the arts, but aren't a shortcut for hard work
Apps and handheld devices are helping students learn to play musical instruments, practice compositions, and even write musical scores.
By Lauren Barack • Jan. 17, 2018 -
Deep Dive
Using books to battle gender clichés
Finding narratives where girls play the starring role requires some sleuthing.
By Lauren Barack • Jan. 17, 2018 -
Put students at the heart of social media policies to enhance learning
The variety of platforms can benefit the classroom and teach digital citizenship.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 17, 2018 -
Deep Dive
6 K-12 trends to watch in 2018
Efforts to rethink the existing model and the impact of ESSA implementation will continue shaping education this year.
By Roger Riddell , Linda Jacobson • Jan. 16, 2018 -
Science museums provide good source of professional development for K-12 teachers
Science museums offer opportunities for hands-on learning that can benefit teachers in STEM instruction.
By Amelia Harper • Jan. 16, 2018 -
Tech helps California students produce award-winning media
Students at Rancho Minerva Middle School have put their digital media skills to the test, producing a short film that won a national award and influenced district purchasing.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 12, 2018 -
Column
Pre-to-3: Study examines drama's links to early literacy
Theatrical approaches give students “another language” to show what they’ve learned.
By Linda Jacobson • Jan. 12, 2018 -
Deep Dive
San Diego-area students experience 'Hamilton'
Lessons based on the smash hit are taking place in history classrooms across the country.
By Linda Jacobson • Jan. 12, 2018 -
A great STEM education starts with teacher training
For students to get the science, tech, engineering and math education they need, teachers need to continue their own education.
By Lauren Barack • Jan. 10, 2018 -
Designing lessons in the dark?
Educators have a tough time locating the most recent studies when building curriculum.
By Lauren Barack • Jan. 10, 2018 -
Deep Dive
Algebra, Spanish and Bank Loans 101: The growing need for financial literacy in high school
Few would disagree that teaching financial literacy to K-12 students is important, so why are high-quality lessons on topics like money management so few and far between?
By Lauren Barack • Jan. 10, 2018 -
Who said equations can't equal fun?
How to get students amped to read angles, measure distances and add fractions remains a challenge in many schools.
By Lauren Barack • Jan. 10, 2018 -
Aptitude tests may limit students' career options, passions too early
Students and educators should instead approach these assessments cautiously, using them to start a conversation about interests and ambitions rather than viewing them as definitive results.
By Lauren Barack • Jan. 10, 2018 -
Technical writing opens literacy learning opportunities in computer science
Focusing on computational literacy and the importance of verbs in programming can help educators strengthen coding instruction and literacy skills.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 10, 2018 -
Deep Dive
Early learning, educational equity listed as most important topics in 'what's hot' literacy survey
Findings show, however, that some different topics are trending.
By Linda Jacobson • Jan. 8, 2018 -
Wanted: Innovative early education models
A competition from the Saul Zaentz Early Education Initiative at the Harvard Graduate School of Education will provide funding for new ideas, prototypes and approaches that are ready to be scaled more widely.
By Linda Jacobson • Jan. 5, 2018 -
Auto shop combines STEM learning with vocational education
Learning the inner workings of today’s automobiles offers hands-on application of STEM principles as well as a possible career path.
By Amelia Harper • Jan. 5, 2018 -
Universal Design for Learning can create an inclusive environment for students
Using UDL concepts may provide students with different learning styles and abilities an equal opportunity to learn together.
By Amelia Harper • Jan. 3, 2018 -
Are microcredentials the answer to demonstrating skills learned in makerspaces?
Credentials, like badges, can help students demonstrate skills gained via nontraditional environments, such as makerspaces.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 2, 2018