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From the Mouths of Teachers: Sage Advice in Six Words or Less
Educators on the front lines offer guidance to their peers in the classroom.
Social Studies
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How to Teach What It Means to Be American
As America turns 250, Richard Kahlenberg discusses how schools can cultivate a common identity.
Teaching
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We All Agree Student Voice Matters. But What Do You Actually Do With It?
Start by assuming that students come to the classroom with important things to say.
Federal
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What Our Students Deserve From New Homeland Security Secretary Mullin
The National Academy of Education calls for policy changes to ensure safer learning environments.
School & District Management
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'When Are You Coming to Read to Our Class?': How a Principal Makes Time for Joy
When this elementary school leader began scheduling read-alouds, he noticed an immediate change.
School & District Management
Opinion
5 Things That HR Directors Wish Teachers Knew
Here's how you can get the most out of your school's human resources office.
Teaching
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We Train Teachers to Deliver SEL. They Should Also Know How to Live It
Researchers share three practical moves that educators can start doing right now.
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Social Studies
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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
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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 & Movement
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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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Reading & Literacy Opinion Has Our Zeal for the Science of Reading Created a Cycle of Confusion?I’m an Orton-Gillingham-certified teacher. Here’s why the spread of new programs troubles me.
Federal Opinion We Shouldn’t Have to Choose Between Federal Overreach and Abandonment in K-12Why is federal power being used to occupy our cities but not protect our students’ civil rights?
Artificial Intelligence Opinion Why AI Hasn’t Transformed Math Instruction (and Probably Won’t)When it comes to teaching, there are a few things AI can't do well, says this curriculum developer.
Reading & Literacy Opinion How Graphic Novels Can Bring Joy to Reading InstructionHere's how teachers are using comic books and nonfiction graphic novels in literacy instruction.
Student Well-Being & Movement Opinion Is Your School’s SEL Strategy Working? The Questions Every Educator Should AskThe evidence for social and emotional learning is strong, but the field is messy.
Reading & Literacy Letter to the Editor Reading Instruction Must Use Whole BooksReading passages serve a purpose but don't compare to reading the whole book, says this letter.
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How should districts govern AI in schools? Learn practical strategies for policies, safety, transparency, and responsible adoption.
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This California district cut chronic absenteeism in half. Learn how they used insight and early action to reach families and change outcomes.
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Discover practical strategies to redefine career readiness in K–12 and move beyond credentials to develop true capability and character.
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Artificial Intelligence Opinion What Guidelines Should Teachers Provide for Student AI Use?The goal is to teach students to harness AI to bolster learning and preserve their work's integrity.
Artificial Intelligence Opinion ‘Instant Support’: Why We Should Embrace AI Tools for English LearnersThough not a replacement for educators, it can be a powerful ally, writes Jean-Claude Brizard.
Professional Development Opinion School Leaders Struggle With Teacher Buy-in. What to Do About ThatResearch shows that four actions can inspire change, writes Thomas R. Guskey.
Teaching Opinion More Than ‘Dusty Books’: Why School Libraries Are Essential InfrastructureAdministrators wrestling with learning loss rarely turn to librarians. That’s a strategic mistake.
Equity & Diversity Opinion 'Classrooms Sat Half-Empty': How ICE Activity Turned These Communities Upside DownNothing is normal about teaching or learning in fear-plagued communities.
Equity & Diversity Opinion How to Help More Women Advance to the SuperintendencyDespite ambition and talent, not enough female teachers break the glass ceiling as district leaders.
Classroom Technology
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Spotlight on Media Literacy
This Spotlight will provide you with strategies to spot AI manipulation, review how media literacy has evolved in schools, and more.
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Focus: Whether generative AI will increase or decrease students’ creative thinking tools.
Reading & Literacy
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Quiz Yourself: How Much Do You Know About Cultivating Students' Love for Reading?
Answer 7 questions about growing students' love of reading.
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Compared to last year’s survey, a larger share of public school teachers say their mental health has a negative impact on their teaching.