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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.
Reading & Literacy
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What the 'Science of Reading' Movement Has Meant for English Learners
We should think of reading instruction for multilingual learners as a bridge, not a checklist.
School Choice & Charters
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Can School Choice Programs Stamp Out Fraud While Staying Flexible?
With the rollout of the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit program, transparency is vital.
Artificial Intelligence
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Bloom's Taxonomy Needs an Update for the AI Age
Here’s how one superintendent is reimagining the classic framework of learning objectives.
Ed-Tech Policy
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We’re Finally Holding Tech Accountable for Harming Teens. What Happens Next?
For young people, mitigating the risks of social media isn’t as simple as just logging off.
Artificial Intelligence
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Is Your School’s Approach to AI Too Flexible?
It’s tempting to prioritize adaptability when dealing with AI tools. It can also be a mistake.
Mathematics
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Math Needs Its 'Science of Reading' Moment
A psychologist explains how discovery-first math falls short.
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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
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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 & 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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Teaching Profession Opinion It Took Me 20 Years to Learn Teacher Observations Aren’t the WorstTeachers often hate being observed. Mentoring a student-teacher has given me a new perspective.
Assessment Opinion Learning Is Dynamic. Grading Should Be, TooThe traditional way of grading students isn't helping them, argues Thomas R. Guskey.
Artificial Intelligence Opinion Can AI Support Student Learning? Depends Who You AskEd tech is supposed to give teachers more time to mentor. It’s not clear if it does.
School & District Management Opinion ‘This Isn’t Working’: Educators Share Unsolicited Advice for District LeadersHow can superintendents improve student outcomes—without micromanaging teachers?
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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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School & District Management Opinion We’re Not Preparing Principals for the Real Job of School LeadershipA shocking amount of school leadership is not about students. It is about adults.
Teaching Letter to the Editor Small-Group Instruction, RevisitedA letter to the editor shares how to make small-group instruction work.
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."
Teaching Opinion From the Mouths of Teachers: Sage Advice in Six Words or LessEducators on the front lines offer guidance to their peers in the classroom.
Federal Opinion What Our Students Deserve From New Homeland Security Secretary MullinThe National Academy of Education calls for policy changes to ensure safer learning environments.
School & District Management Opinion 'When Are You Coming to Read to Our Class?': How a Principal Makes Time for JoyWhen this elementary school leader began scheduling read-alouds, he noticed an immediate change.
Reading & Literacy
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Quiz Yourself: Best Practices for Supporting Older Struggling Readers
Older students who struggle with reading face challenges that go beyond comprehension. Do you know what they are and how to best help them?
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Quiz Yourself: How Much Do You Know About Teaching Social Studies to Boost Literacy?
Are you using social studies to build literacy? Take this quiz to test your knowledge of disciplinary literacy and source analysis.
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Spotlight on Turning Spring Assessments Into Actionable Literacy Insights
Turn spring literacy scores into action! Learn how smarter data use, growth-focused grading, and instruction can drive real progress.