New book argues tech might not always be best for engaging students

The book’s authors are not opposed to technology in the classroom, but they stress that the devices sometimes get in the way of engaging students in learning.  

By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 11, 2017

Empathy instilled through fictional literature can curb bullying

Books allow students to understand someone else’s circumstances and empathize with those who might be different from them.

By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 11, 2017

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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

Social-emotional learning can begin on the bus ride

Bus drivers are often the first and last representation of school that students see each day, and the school bus environment often sets the tone for the school day and impacts perceptions of learning.

By Amelia Harper • Oct. 10, 2017

Measures of social-emotional learning not included in states' accountability plans

Even as states and districts expand efforts to weave SEL into curriculum, they are in no rush to hold schools accountable for teaching skills like self-regulation and empathy.

By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 9, 2017

Recess: How the heck do you approach Columbus Day?

In our first column taking a lighter look at educational issues, we consider the trouble in teaching who actually discovered America and the consequences of Columbus' exploration.

By Roger Riddell • Oct. 6, 2017

Survey: Teachers feel more positive toward standards than assessments

Teachers expressed concerns over test difficulty and whether tests measure the skills of students with special needs.

By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 6, 2017

'De-colonizing the curriculum' critical to improving outcomes for students of color

Experts say an investment in more culturally relevant materials will go a long way.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Oct. 5, 2017

A decade in, flipped learning maintains its momentum

The rise of digital video and interactive learning resources has facilitated the parallel rise of more active learning models since Jon Bergmann and Aaron Sams first conceptualized the "flipped" approach.

By Roger Riddell • Oct. 4, 2017

Increasing math instruction for ELLs could boost literacy skills

Smartphones could be used to access math lessons for additional at-home practice.

By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 4, 2017

Updated DARE program covers opioid addiction in new curriculum

The program now opts for a focus on making healthy decisions “instead of spending 45 minutes lecturing students about drugs,” according to the website.

By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 3, 2017

Unpacking the keys to a Philly school's STEAM success

Providing a well-equipped maker space helped, but cross-curricular integration and increased collaboration between educators and students were also critical.

By Roger Riddell • Oct. 2, 2017

AP participation lower in rural districts than urban, suburban areas

How can states work to remove barriers and increase incentives for participation?

By Amelia Harper • Oct. 2, 2017

How can educators improve assessments?

One expert's advice includes not mistaking difficulty in approaching a question with rigor.

By Roger Riddell • Sept. 29, 2017

Schools must plan to prepare students for uncertain job market

Experts argue over what the job market will look like in 10 or 20 years’ time, but they all agree it is changing.

By Amelia Harper • Sept. 29, 2017