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Policy & Politics
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How Education Research Became a Partisan Issue
Values shape the research that is conducted, published, and viewed as “acceptable.”
Teaching
Opinion
Try These Teacher-Endorsed Strategies for Social-Emotional Learning
Social-emotional learning is the heart and soul of teaching and learning and of how we develop as humans.
School & District Management
Opinion
The Stunning Resignation of UVA President Jim Ryan—and Why It Matters
The university president’s departure is more than just a headline. It’s a lesson in leadership.
Equity & Diversity
Opinion
It’s Time for Courageous Education Leaders to Defend Equity. Here’s How
Here’s how K-12 education leaders can create enduring equitable school systems.
Education Funding
Opinion
Trump's Cuts to Schools Will Hit Hard. But Leaders Need More Than Just Money
The federal funding chaos highlights a perennial dynamic in public schools.
Teaching Profession
Opinion
What Teachers Need to Know About Navigating Political Turmoil
Educators share guidance on how to deal with the present moment.
Teaching Profession
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VIDEO: Veteran Educator Larry Ferlazzo Retires, Reflects on His Career
Ferlazzo will continue his Education Week opinion blog and plans to be a volunteer teacher to incarcerated youth this fall.
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Social Studies
Opinion
Why We Need Black History Education: A Collection
This year’s special Education Week Opinion project offers perspectives and guidance from educators for improving Black history education.
School & District Management
Opinion
'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
Opinion
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
Opinion
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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School Funding in an Age of Uncertainty
Allovue’s third annual Education Finance Survey takes stock of on-the-ground realities of school spending at a time of unparalleled uncertainty.