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A New Test for Some Would-Be Teachers Might Just Be a Political Move
The goal of an assessment shouldn't be performative politics.
Student Well-Being
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First Days of School at Any Age Never Lose Their Power
At 62, I started graduate school the same day my grandson began kindergarten, proof that curiosity and growth never retire.
Teaching
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The Ins and Outs of Effective Culturally Responsive Teaching
Understanding different cultures is a skill all students need.
School & District Management
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3 Tips to Help Principals Handle the Government Shutdown
When the federal government shuts down, the ripple effects eventually reach schools.
Student Well-Being
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This School Year, Prioritize Youth Mental Health. Here’s How
Especially in rural areas, there's a critical shortage of child mental health care providers.
School & District Management
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There's a Generational Difference in How Teachers Use Cellphones
Mistaking this as generational fragility or resistance to professionalism is an oversimplification.
Reading & Literacy
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Small-Group Reading Instruction Is Not as Effective as You Think
We’re missing out on a golden opportunity—one that could effectively triple literacy instruction overnight.
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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
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'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
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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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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.
School & District Management Opinion Educators Are Being Fired for Posting About Charlie Kirk. Is That a Problem?Many schools lack a shared understanding of how free speech and professional ethics intersect on social media.
Social Studies Opinion Over Half My Students Saw Video of Charlie Kirk’s Murder. Here’s How I RespondedAn established classroom routine to discuss current events can help educators navigate hard conversations with their students.
School & District Management Opinion 3 Simple Ways to Celebrate the Great Work Happening in Your SchoolThis principal is trying to tap into intrinsic motivators rather than just bringing another box of donuts.
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Student Well-Being Opinion Is There a Secret to Faster Learning? Here’s What the Latest Research SaysSome students seem to learn quicker than others. But new research reveals that’s largely a myth.
School & District Management Opinion Why Principals Need to Talk About the Israel-Hamas War With Our TeachersWhat can we do when a difficult topic is brought up by students in classrooms? First, don’t leave teachers to handle it in isolation.
Teaching Opinion 4 Small Teaching Moves That Can Pay Big DividendsParents want to hear the good news, too. Don't just share the problems.
School Climate & Safety Opinion Should Classroom Discipline Be Based in ‘Restorative Justice’?Discipline often divides conservatives and liberals. Is there room for common ground?
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Spotlight on Differentiated Learning
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