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Teaching
Letter to the Editor
Small-Group Instruction, Revisited
A letter to the editor shares how to make small-group instruction work.
Assessment
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Learning Is Dynamic. Grading Should Be, Too
The traditional way of grading students isn't helping them.
Teaching Profession
Opinion
It Took Me 20 Years to Learn Teacher Observations Aren’t the Worst
Teachers often hate being observed. Mentoring a student-teacher has given me a new perspective.
Teaching
Opinion
The Weight Room Is the Best Classroom in a School
The lessons I’ve learned as a strength and conditioning coach make me a better classroom teacher.
School & District Management
Opinion
We’re Not Preparing Principals for the Real Job of School Leadership
A shocking amount of school leadership is not about students. It is about adults.
Artificial Intelligence
Letter to the Editor
Artificial Intelligence: Reality Versus Hype
"AI is a deeper manifestation of the pernicious trend to let technology co-opt human agency."
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Social Studies
Opinion
A Century of Celebrating Black History: 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 & Movement
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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A live, online video conversation and webinar where experts in the field and fellow practitioners answer your questions on a range of topics and issues that matter most to you.
Equity & Diversity Opinion 'Am I Doing Enough?': Chicago Teachers Share Their Heartache Over ICE RaidsTeachers in Latino areas describe the trauma and economic disruption federal raids are causing.
School Climate & Safety Opinion Behavioral Threat Assessment: A Guide for Educators and Leaders (Downloadable)Two specialists explain the best course to prevent school violence.
Reading & Literacy Opinion Students Need Anchors When They Read. How to Make Them StickI’ve taught English in China and Chinese in America. Here’s what it taught me about literacy.
Assessment Opinion We Urgently Need Grading Reform. These 3 Things Stand in the WayHere’s what fuels the pushback against standards-based grading—and how to overcome it.
School & District Management Opinion Lessons From a 'Vetted' Superintendent's Fall From GraceThe temptation to chase the "new new thing" has big costs for schooling.
Reading & Literacy Opinion How Should Teachers Deal With Problematic Language in Literature?Offensive prose does show up in books. Ignoring it doesn't help students.
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How should districts govern AI in schools? Learn practical strategies for policies, safety, transparency, as well as responsible adoption.
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The Science of Reading transformed K-3 literacy. Now it's time to extend that focus to students in grades 6 through 12.
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Virtual Career Fair for Teachers and K-12 Staff
Find teaching jobs and K-12 education jubs at the EdWeek Top School Jobs virtual career fair.
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Artificial Intelligence Opinion AI Is Trained to Avoid These 3 Words That Are Essential to LearningChatbots aren’t designed to model the type of thinking we expect from our students.
Recruitment & Retention Opinion How to Make Teachers Want to Stay at Your SchoolAn instructional coach shares five essential practices for teacher retention.
Families & the Community Opinion Parent-School Partnerships Can Drive Academic Gains. Here's HowThis family-engagement advocate says collaboration has a track record of boosting achievement.
Teaching Opinion Practical Tips for Creating a Safe and Supportive Space for StudentsStudent learning, engagement, and behavior are all affected by stress. Learn to recognize the signs.
Professional Development Opinion Looking for a New Way to Approach Professional Learning? Try ThisInstructional leadership collectives build cross-system networks for purposeful, impactful learning.
Equity & Diversity Opinion Schools Cannot Afford to Ignore Race and IdentityPeople often don't notice discrimination if it doesn't affect them directly.
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Connected classrooms need more than devices. Test your K–12 IT strategy savvy—from cybersecurity to interoperability.
Student Achievement
Spotlight
Tutoring Works…When It’s Done Right
Well-designed high-dosage tutoring boosts reading, math, and STEM interest, proving that targeted support drives real recovery gains.
College & Workforce Readiness
Spotlight
Spotlight on College and Career Readiness
Schools are blending career and technical education, internships, and AI skills to prepare students for college, careers, and beyond.
Reading & Literacy
Spotlight
Spotlight on Creating an Authentic Reading Culture
Create a culture of literacy: abundant books, explicit skills, daily reading, and real engagement that turns students into lifelong readers.