Teaching & Learning
Education news, analysis, and opinion about teaching and teachers
College & Workforce Readiness
Tennessee Pauses Bill Challenging Immigrant Students’ Rights
Republican lawmakers in Tennessee have asked U.S. officials for guidance on whether the bill would jeopardize federal funding.
College & Workforce Readiness
Student Loans in Default to Be Referred to Debt Collection, Ed. Dept. Says
The Education Department will begin collections next month, officials said Monday.
Mathematics
Opinion
Math Can Make Smart People Feel Dumb
A guide to how students and educators can tackle math in a “sensible, relevant” way while also allaying their fears.
Reading & Literacy
Opinion
Don't Underestimate the Power of Graphic Novels for the Classroom
Not just an easy read: Comics and graphic novels can teach a host of skills, three educators explain.
Mathematics
Is Calculus or Stats More Advantageous for Student Success? It's Complicated
Both groups of students are equally likely to get bachelor's degrees and make similar amounts of money.
Teaching
Does Competition Motivate Students? Teachers Weigh In
Teachers look for ways to engage students—especially at the end of the year, as motivation wanes. Is competition the answer?
English Learners
Video
How Translanguaging Works in a Dual Language Program
Students in a N.C. dual-language program learn core subjects in both English and Urdu, preserving heritage and boosting bilingual skills.
Teaching Opinion Want to Up Your Teaching Game? Listen to These StudentsStudents explain what makes them feel connected to their teachers and learning.
Assessment Fewer Subjects, Students, Data Points: Feds to Scale Back NAEPSome 4th and 12th grade tests won't proceed as planned, following sweeping cuts to the U.S. Department of Education research arm last month.
College & Workforce Readiness The Skill Students Need Most to Succeed in Future JobsHint: It’s not necessarily factoring polynomials.
English Learners Who Will Support English Learners? Experts Warn of CrisisThe U.S. Department of Education's reduced staff and eliminated the office of English language acquisition as a standalone agency.
Teaching Trump's Budget Cuts Leave the Future of Some Field Trips in JeopardyField trips can leave indelible impressions on students. Federal budget cuts and layoffs place them at risk.
Teaching Profession Opinion Don’t Ignore These Crucial Steps to Help New Teachers ThriveWe all have a stake in making the education profession a welcoming place for soon-to-be teachers. Here’s how.
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Science AP's Newest Computer Science Course Has Attracted More Diverse StudentsIn 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 MattersFocusing on evidence-based teaching practices is critical when teaching students how to read, says this letter to the editor.
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.
Assessment Interactive How Teachers Approach Grading, in ChartsTeachers weigh multiple factors, including subjective perceptions, when selecting grades, beyond just assignments and test scores.
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.
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As school technology budgets face increasing scrutiny, administrators seek innovative and cost-effective solutions for their existing device fleets. ChromeOS Flex has emerged as a powerful problem-solver, offering a way to revitalize aging PCs and Macs by extending their lifespan and bringing the benefits of ChromeOS to familiar hardware.
English Learners
Spotlight
Spotlight on Supporting Emergent Bilinguals
This Spotlight will explore strategies to best support English learners in their language acquisition and academic success.
School Climate & Safety
Spotlight
Spotlight on Enhancing School Safety and Emergency Response
This Spotlight will help you explore proactive measures and effective strategies for enhancing school safety and emergency response.
Assessment
Quiz
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