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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 Instruction
Here's how teachers are using comic books and nonfiction graphic novels in literacy instruction.
Artificial Intelligence
Letter to the Editor
Train Teachers on AI? It’s Not That Simple
A letter to the editor shares what he thinks is the best way to prepare teachers.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Opinion
Is Your School’s SEL Strategy Working? The Questions Every Educator Should Ask
The evidence for social and emotional learning is strong, but the field is messy.
Mathematics
Opinion
3 Big Changes My School Is Making to Boost Math Achievement
It’s time for math educators to look inward to keep what's working and fix what's not.
School & District Management
Opinion
The One Word That Educators Can Use to Reclaim Their Joy
The work may not change, but your perspective can.
Teacher Preparation
Opinion
I Adapted a Hospital Practice for Teacher Prep. It Was Transformative
Medical-style huddles can help future teachers recognize classroom strategies as they happen.
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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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Student Well-Being & Movement Opinion First Days of School at Any Age Never Lose Their PowerAt 62, I started graduate school the same day my grandson began kindergarten, proof that curiosity and growth never retire.
Teaching Opinion The Ins and Outs of Effective Culturally Responsive TeachingUnderstanding different cultures is a skill all students need.
Teaching Opinion Zaretta Hammond: Teachers Can Rebuild Students' 'Learning Power'In a new book, Zaretta Hammond likens the role of teachers to that of athletic trainers building students' academic muscle.
Teaching Profession Opinion I Tied My Self-Worth to Teaching. That's Why I Had to LeaveTrying to be the perfect educator in my second year brought an insane amount of pressure.
School Choice & Charters Opinion How Can Education Savings Accounts Serve Students With Special Needs?The state that pioneered the ESA is overseeing more than 10,000 requests daily from families for education expenses.
Artificial Intelligence Opinion AI in the Classroom Is Often Harmful. Why Are Educators Falling Prey to the Hype?“AI is seductive for those who regard education as a series of steps toward a credential,” writes Alfie Kohn.
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School & District Management Opinion How Principals Can Be Mentors Rather Than Just SuperiorsHere are six strategies for leading with a coaching lens.
Recruitment & Retention Opinion ‘Grow Your Own’ Teacher Programs Are MisguidedSuch recruiting initiatives wind up prioritizing the needs of education systems rather than those of students.
Teaching Opinion What Students Want From Their Teachers, in Their Own WordsTeachers should try to connect with their students so they know the teacher has their back.
Equity & Diversity Opinion When Did We Become Disillusioned With Desegregation?Forty years ago, the civil rights attorney and professor Derrick Bell diagnosed where the legacy of Brown v. Board of Education went wrong.
College & Workforce Readiness Opinion Can Mastery-Based Learning Replace Seat Time?Developing better assessments and getting buy-in from practitioners will be key to replacing seat time as a proxy for mastery.
School Choice & Charters Opinion What Would Religious Charter Schools Mean for Public Education?Discriminating and proselytizing on the taxpayer dime will never be acceptable, writes Kevin G. Welner.
Reading & Literacy
Quiz
Quiz Yourself: Is Your District Truly Science of Reading Aligned?
Answer questions on the science of reading alignment in your district, including classroom materials, achievement data, and regulations.
Social Studies
Spotlight
Spotlight on Teaching Social Studies to Build Literacy and Critical Thinking
This Spotlight explores social studies literacy, evaluating source bias, introducing complex narratives, and key U.S. history topics.
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Districts are already making large financial investments into core programs. So why are they still buying more resources to make up for what their textbooks can't do?