Teaching & Learning
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Science
AP's Newest Computer Science Course Has Attracted More Diverse Students
In schools where the course is offered, more girls, Black students, and Latino students take an AP computer science exam, a new study finds.
Reading & Literacy
Letter to the Editor
Reading Comprehension Matters
Focusing on evidence-based teaching practices is critical when teaching students how to read, says this letter to the editor.
Assessment
Interactive
How Teachers Approach Grading, in Charts
Teachers weigh multiple factors, including subjective perceptions, when selecting grades, beyond just assignments and test scores.
Reading & Literacy
More States Are Taking Aim at a Controversial Early Reading Method
Lawmakers in some states are trying to ban the "cueing" approach, which asks students to rely on pictures or context clues to identify words.
Teaching Profession
Teachers, This Newsletter Is for You
EdWeek's Teacher Update is an email you'll actually want to read.
Social Studies
Opinion
Patriotism Done Right: We Can't Lecture Teens Into Loving Our Country
Many teachers long to restore students’ trust in our institutions—but how we do so matters.
Assessment
Download
A Guide to Equitable Grading in Schools (DOWNLOADABLE)
See how traditional and equitable grading practices differ in this downloadable guide.
Deputy Director, Oregon Department of Education
Salem, Oregon
Would you like to teach in and around Dubai?
United Arab Emirates (AE)
Superintendent of Schools - Unionville-Chadds Ford School District
Kennett Square, Pennsylvania
Biology Teacher (Grades 9-12)
Nantucket, MA, US
Assessment Download A Strengths-Based Guide to Assessing Student Progress (DOWNLOADABLE)Help students succeed with clearer, fairer rubrics that simplify grading and improve assessment consistency.
Assessment Why Some Schools Are Ditching Class Rank and Weighted GPAsEducators wonder whether it is time to revisit class rank and weighted GPAs.
Assessment Grading for Equity: Inside One District’s Big Policy ShiftDistricts have been shifting grading to strictly assess student learning without add-ons such as extra credit.
Assessment What Are Grades Really For? What Research Says About 4 Common AnswersDiffering opinions about the purpose of grades are at the heart of the grading debate.
Assessment What Should Teachers Do When Students—or Parents—Ask for a Better Grade?Plenty of students, and even parents, ask teachers to change their grades. Here's how teachers react.
Curriculum Teaching Personal Finance to Teens in the Age of Online GamblingTeenagers have more spending power than ever before. States are pushing schools to teach them how to be responsible with their spending.
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Get real insights on evidence-based grading from K-12 leaders.
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There’s no time to waste when it comes to literacy. Getting intervention right is critical. Learn best practices, tangible examples, and tools proven to improve reading outcomes.
Mathematics
Webinar
How to Build Students’ Confidence in Math
Learn practical tips to build confident mathematicians in our webinar.
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English Learners Opinion Students Make Mistakes. How Teachers Correct Them MattersLessons learned from correcting language learners can be used across subject areas.
Teacher Preparation What the Research Says Is Math Teacher-Prep Not Teaching Enough of the Basics?A report says the programs should provide future teachers more training number sense, algebraic reasoning, and other foundations.
College & Workforce Readiness Q&A How One Educator Is Tackling the Question, 'Why Do I Have to Learn This?'Monica Goldson, a long-time educator, is working to link learning to real-world experiences with Junior Achievement.
Teaching Opinion Educators Share Their Best Ideas for Unlocking Student LearningTeachers need to look beyond perceived biases and low expectations to help students succeed.
Assessment What Might Happen to State Testing Under the Trump Administration?It's not clear what states might do with more flexibility—but here are three concerns they'll need to wrestle with.
Reading & Literacy What the Research Says Want to Improve Early Reading Comprehension? Start With Sentence StructureWe speak differently than we write. For comprehension development, children need exposure to syntax common to both.
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In this toolkit, you’ll gain insights into the overall challenge of chronic absenteeism and what you can do to intervene and get students...
School & District Management
Quiz
Quiz Yourself: When Are District and School Leaders Most Likely to Read Emails?
Wondering when district and school leaders are most likely to check their emails? Take our quick quiz and discover the ideal times to send your messages for better engagement.
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This report highlights key barriers and opportunities to help school leaders make informed decisions about student support and well-being.
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Structured Literacy supports all students, especially those with dyslexia, by providing evidence-based instruction.
