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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
Opinion
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 Seat at the Table With Education Week
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Classroom Technology
Spotlight
Spotlight on EdTech
This Spotlight will help you learn how to teach digital literacy skills, evaluate edtech tools effectively, and more.
Reading & Literacy
Spotlight
Spotlight on Inclusive Literacy Resources & Tools
This Spotlight will help you explore innovative strategies and resources to support diverse learners.