Report: Multiple approaches to media literacy limit efforts to measure outcomes

Some experts, however, note that the wide variety of perspectives on teaching students to develop "healthy skepticism" is a strength in the field. 

By Linda Jacobson • July 11, 2019

Strong teachers, good design important for virtual charters to succeed

The report from Public Impact features two schools — one in Idaho and another in New Hampshire — as positive examples of online charters.

By Shawna De La Rosa • July 11, 2019

Explore the Trendline➔

Learning Loss

Our latest K-12 Dive Trendline takes a closer look at how educators are addressing learning loss, as well as achievement trends and developments. 

By K-12 Dive staff

Evidence suggests without contextual knowledge, literacy skills fall flat

A well-rounded curriculum focused on building a love for learning may be the key to boosting reading comprehension.

By Naaz Modan • July 10, 2019

Middle schools beefing up career and technical ed labs

As debate persists around how young is too young for students to begin deciding on careers, the middle grades are increasingly eyed as a good introductory period for a variety of skills.

By Shawna De La Rosa • July 10, 2019

A political argument can be a teachable moment

Experts suggest looking at multiple sides of an issue like climate change can teach students about civility as well as the topic they’re discussing.

By Lauren Barack • July 10, 2019

Infusing pop culture into learning connects students to the curriculum

Using hip hop and superheroes to inspire class projects are a few ways teachers are challenging and engaging students via their personal interests.

By Lauren Barack • July 10, 2019

Report: More states pursuing innovative assessment models

But some are "responding to political pressures" against over-testing, according to a Bellwether Education Partners analysis.

By Linda Jacobson • July 10, 2019

Congress considering bills to free up more funds for summer food programs

A Food Research and Action Center report released Wednesday shows participation in summer meal programs has fallen for the past three years.

By Shawna De La Rosa • July 10, 2019

African American students, teachers underrepresented at private schools

As more students of color trickle into private schools, research detailing the impact teachers of color have on achievement will necessitate greater attention to staff diversity.

By Shawna De La Rosa • July 10, 2019

New York, Chicago districts act to lower police presence in schools

African American students are more likely to attend schools where police are present — and disproportionately arrested at school compared to white peers.

By Shawna De La Rosa • July 9, 2019

Colorado district grapples with potential Columbine demolition

Two decades after the infamous 1999 mass shooting, the Jefferson County School District is weighing a decision many other institutions and school districts have faced in recent years. 

By Naaz Modan • July 9, 2019

Roughly 17% of teachers working second or summer jobs

A statistical analysis published by the Pew Research Center suggests teachers are three times more likely than workers overall to hold multiple jobs.

By Amelia Harper • July 9, 2019

What can administrators do to bridge the homework gap?

Amid the rise of 1:1 device programs, nearly 18% of U.S. students don’t have home internet access, and 17% lack access to home computers.

By Shawna De La Rosa • July 8, 2019

Democratic presidential hopefuls on 9 key education issues

Before delegates at the NEA convention, 10 candidates laid out their plans on topics such as teacher pay, charter schools and picking the next ed secretary.

By Linda Jacobson • July 8, 2019

Chicago school's massive book disposal raises questions

A recent photo of classic books filling a dumpster has gone viral and is prompting some to question the waste of school resources.

By Amelia Harper • July 8, 2019

Listen up: Teachers can build students' attention skills

Shannon Gilfeather, a special education teacher at Salk Middle School in Spokane, Washington, provides steps for improving students' ability to listen and concentrate in class.

By Shannon Gilfeather • July 3, 2019

Tying STEM to ELA can boost scores, participation

Curriculum specialists and teachers in Tracy, California, are reworking curriculum to bridge gaps across subjects for pre-K through 12th grade to attract more girls and students of color to STEM.

By Lauren Barack • July 3, 2019

Schools' most innovative learning resource is teachers

A language arts and social studies teacher suggests curriculum directors maintain an open door policy so educators can bring new ideas to the floor.

By Lauren Barack • July 3, 2019

Outdoor lessons build academic and social-emotional skills

Educators at Maine's Telstar Freshman Academy found student engagement in science increases when learning is taken outside of the classroom.

By Lauren Barack • July 3, 2019

Improvement science helps school districts succeed at new initiatives

The way new programming and resources are presented to teachers and staff each school year can determine their success, according to the University of North Alabama's director of teacher education.

By Amelia Harper • July 3, 2019

Tackling teacher retention in the summer months

Teachers are more likely to return to work in the fall if they feel supported by their principal throughout the school year and even during the summer, one Georgia principal writes.

By Shawna De La Rosa • July 3, 2019

Oklahoma sees 54% increase in emergency teacher licenses

Rural districts can have a difficult time recruiting and retaining highly qualified teachers, and as the state faces a continuing shortage of accredited teachers, the need for emergency licenses is expected to rise.

By Amelia Harper • July 3, 2019

Restorative justice programs struggling due to lack of funds

The alternative disciplinary approaches attempt to reduce punitive punishments by bringing the offender and victim together to discuss the issue.

By Shawna De La Rosa • July 2, 2019

Computer-based testing offers glimpse into 'rapid guessing' habits

NWEA researchers provide recommendations on when — and when not — to count students' responses.

By Linda Jacobson • July 2, 2019

Does education focus too much on individual achievement?

An author contends lessons from veteran black educators demonstrate education's value as a "public good to expand citizenship, equity, and collective responsibility."

By Amelia Harper • July 2, 2019