Ed-Tech Policy
What Happened When This District Did an About-Face on Cellphones
Cellphones have altered parents’ expectations of the availability of kids and teachers.
States
Does a Ten Commandments Display in Classrooms Violate the Constitution?
A Louisiana bill tests the extent to which religion is allowed in public places.
Teaching Profession
Teachers’ Unions Are Gaining Ground in a State That Once Forbade Them
Staff in the nation's 12th largest school district have unionized.
Special Education
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Video: Students With Disabilities 'Have Gotten Their Dignity Back' at This High School
All students have grown social skills from learning in a diverse setting at this school.
Assessment
Should Teachers Be Tough Graders? Here's What They Have to Say
Teachers weigh in on whether stricter grading helps their students learn more.
School & District Management
Opinion
4 Things School Leaders Should Do Before Setting Priorities
Sweeping language doesn't offer a road map for the school community. Here's why.
Cellphones
Students' cellphone use has been a major source of headaches for teachers and principals.
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Artificial Intelligence
How can schools and districts make the most of AI's potential? Find out.
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Teacher PD
Some teachers say traditional PD falls short. Get the latest insights on how it can be improved.
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Young Students Gravitate to Math. How Teachers Can Build on That Curiosity
A focus on rich, real-world problems makes math more interesting, relevant, and enticing to students.
How Teachers Build Confidence to Motivate Middle Schoolers in STEM
Sixth through eighth grade marks a shift in what motivates students, presenting a big challenge for science and math teachers.
The Motivational Power of STEM: This Program Connects Students to Potential Careers
It's not just about motivation—it's about providing supports for kids to study STEM subjects.
Educators: Start Early to Keep Students Engaged in STEM
The EdWeek Research Center asked teachers, principals, and district leaders how to motivate kids to pursue STEM learning.
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During Distracted Driving Awareness Month this April, students at Gillespie High School are taking proactive steps to raise awareness and cultivate safe driving practices within their community.
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English-Language Learners
Video
How Teachers Can Prepare English Learners for the WIDA Test (VIDEO)
Education Week reporter Ileana Najarro tests herself, and offers insights for teachers, on the WIDA test for English learners.
School Choice & Charters
Video
How Microschools Can Fit in the Broader K-12 System
Microschools are a necessary option to support students within the broader K-12 system, according to this school founder.
School & District Management
Opinion
Watch: Two Generations of Educators Reflect on Their Careers
This principal followed his father into education. Together, they reflect on the job.
School Choice & Charters
Video
Private School Choice: A Video Explainer
We're tracking the proliferation of school choice policies around the country. Here's how to get up to speed.
Special Education
Video
How One School Fosters Belonging for Students With Disabilities
The school transformed what has traditionally been a model of exclusion in U.S. education.
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- LeadershipSchool & District Management As Districts Weigh 4-Day Weeks, Research Overlooks Their Most Pressing QuestionsA new, searchable dashboard will help district leaders explore research on four-day school weeks.
How to Get Summer School Right (Hint: It’s Not Just About Academics)A new study finds a blend of remedial and enrichment activities may improve summer programs' attendance and their effectiveness.Districts Struggle to Find the Least Harmful Cuts as Budgets ShrinkDistricts are losing one-time federal funds and laboring to figure out how to prudently cut positions or even close schools.Policy & PoliticsLaw & Courts Judge Strikes Down Title IX Guidance on LGBTQ+ Students. Here's Why It MattersIn a June 11 ruling, Texas judge said the Education Department has no authority to expand protections under Title IX.
Why Jay-Z Is a Key Figure in the School Voucher DebateJay-Z's backing of school vouchers in Pennsylvania has public education advocates worried it will divert funds.Court Backs School That Barred Student's 'Two Genders' ShirtThe court said the shirt could be understood to demean transgender and gender-nonconforming students, and administrators could prohibit it.Teaching & LearningSpecial Education How to Make Gifted Programs More EquitableExperts discussed new, equitable models for advanced education, moving away from traditional "gifted and talented" programs.
Teachers Are Pushing for Paid Parental Leave. How It's GoingEfforts to implement paid parental leave policies are slowly gaining traction, with teachers often advocating on their own behalf.Cellphones Turned My Teaching Career From 'Awesome' to ExhaustingA former high school teacher shares how his students' increasing reliance on cellphones drove him out of the classroom.TechnologyClassroom Technology 4 Things to Know About AI's 'Murky' EthicsTeachers and high school students see plenty of ethical gray areas and potential for long-term problems with AI.
AI Features Are Coming to iPhones and Macs. What It Means for SchoolsAI writing assistants and a calculator that can solve complex equations are some of the features that could have implications for teachers.FCC Pilot Program to Help Schools Fight 'Real and Growing' CyberattacksSchool districts and libraries can soon seek new federal grants to protect against the cyberattacks.
