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Mathematics
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Teachers, Here's How to Make Science and Math Relevant in the Classroom
Students don't want a bunch of memorization tricks. They want to know why and how a lesson is relevant to their lives.
Teaching Profession
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How Teachers Can Prepare for Retirement
After years in the classroom, the time is approaching to move on. So the big question is, what’s next?
School & District Management
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5 Education Leadership Lessons From Chef Ina Garten
"Less is more," "quality is everything," and more tips inspired by the art of cooking to build trust, connection in your school community.
School Climate & Safety
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Give the Gift of Kindness: How to Create a Culture of Gratitude in Your School
In the season of thanks and celebration, a middle school teacher proposes spreading a little joy through notecards.
Teaching Profession
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Student Loan Debt Is an Overlooked Crisis in Teacher Education
If we want to make the teaching profession a more attractive career pathway, we need to do something about debt.
School & District Management
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I Invited Students to Help Hire a New Assistant Principal. Here’s What Happened
What began as an opportunity for the students turned into a gift for our administrative team.
Social Studies
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This Native American Heritage Month, We Must Confront Our Nation’s Violence
Presenting students with a fuller, authentic account of U.S. history is no easy task. It is, however, a necessary one.
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Social Studies
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Celebrating Black History Education: A Collection
This year’s special Education Week Opinion project celebrating Black History Month focuses on what is going well in Black history education.
School & District Management
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'I Used to Think School Systems Were Broken': Educators Reflect
Changing your mind or evolving your thinking is not easy. Hear how these education leaders did just that.
Leadership
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The Principal Is In: Advice for Principals
In a biweekly Education Week column, experienced principals and other school leadership experts offer advice for their peers.
Student Well-Being
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How to Support Your Students Following a Traumatic News Day
Educators and researchers share their advice and reflections on how to respond to tragic events at home and abroad.
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Teaching Opinion How to Make the Most of Class Time Before a School Vacation: 4 TipsWinter break is coming. An education researcher shares tips to maximize learning in your classroom and school.
Federal Opinion Closing the Education Department Is a Solution in Search of a ProblemThere’s a bill in Congress seeking to eliminate the U.S. Department of Education. What do its supporters really want?
States Opinion The Age of 'Adulthood' Varies by State. This Matters for Your StudentsStates set different limits on when kids can do different things. What does this mean for education?
Federal Opinion 'Education Is Not Entertainment': What This Educator Wants Linda McMahon to KnowHer experience leading a pro wrestling organization could be both an asset and a liability
Reading & Literacy Opinion Don't Shield Students From Offensive Language in Literature. Do This InsteadCreating a safe space is just one of the many ways educators can use this challenge as a classroom learning experience.
School & District Management Opinion What's the No. 1 Way to Retain Principals?When it comes to the demands of the job, principals share common concerns, according to a recent survey.
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EdRecruiter 2025 Survey Results: The Outlook for Recruitment and Retention
See exclusive findings from EdWeek’s nationwide survey of K-12 job seekers and district HR professionals on recruitment, retention, and job satisfaction.
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Federal Opinion No, the U.S. Ed. Dept. Won't Be Abolished. But Here's What’s Likely to Happen InsteadThere are plenty of big changes ahead that could catch educators, advocates, and others by surprise.
Teaching Opinion 5 Ways to Up Your Classroom Game, According to Larry FerlazzoStop telling your students what to do and other ideas from a veteran teacher to his colleagues.
Federal Opinion The Trump Administration Should 'Devolve the Ed Dept.'s Responsibilities to the States'After six years helming the House ed. committee, U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx cuts loose on high points and frustrations of her tenure.
Equity & Diversity Opinion No, Culturally Responsive Education Is Not a Synonym for CRTIf you're confused about what culturally responsive teaching means, here is guidance from educators on how to avoid common misconceptions.
Professional Development Opinion Why Educators Are Abandoning X to Join BlueskyThe rapidly growing social media platform offers connectedness and learning opportunities, all of which can be helpful to educators.
Teaching Opinion Music Teachers Are Instrumental. How They Can Bring Us Together AgainComposer Scott Joplin was a musical hero not because he was on stage but because his compositions allowed others to star and to socialize.
Education
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Education Week News Quiz: Dec. 12, 2024
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Education Week News Quiz: Dec. 5, 2024
Test your knowledge on the latest news and trends in education.
Reading & Literacy
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Spotlight on Inclusive Literacy Resources & Tools
This Spotlight will help you explore innovative strategies and resources to support diverse learners.
School Climate & Safety
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Spotlight on Reimagining School Safety: A Holistic Approach
This Spotlight will help you examine strategies to create safe learning environments that promote student well-being and academic success.