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Teaching Profession
'Constant Juggling': Teachers Share the Job Stressors That Keep Them Up at Night
Most educators point to the intense workload that doesn't stop after the school day ends.
Teaching
This Teacher Created a 'Six-Seven' Christmas Song That Delighted His Students
Music teacher shares lessons learned about how to use song lyrics to engage students in any subject.
Special Education
50 Years of IDEA: 4 Things to Know About the Landmark Special Education Law
The nation's primary special education law details schools' obligations to students with disabilities.
College & Workforce Readiness
From Our Research Center
CTE Is on the Rise. Here’s What Educators Say Would Make Programs Stronger
Most educators say the quality of their CTE offerings is good, but see room for improvement.
Reading & Literacy
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How Reading Instruction Evolved in 2025, and What’s Ahead
Throughout 2025, Education Week has covered how states and districts are continuing to incorporate new instructional methods and materials.
English Learners
Opinion
10 Ways to Support Instruction for English Learners
Graphic organizers, anchor charts, questions to ask yourself, and more can simplify instruction.
Early Childhood
Play-Based Learning Yields More Joy, Higher Scores at This Elementary School
Teachers who have incorporated guided play into their lessons say they've seen students thrive.
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Arcadia, FL, US
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English Learners Latino Families Show High Demand for Bilingual Education, Poll FindsFamilies in California were polled as to their interest in bilingual education programs.
College & Workforce Readiness Q&A An Alternative to AP and IB: How the Cambridge Program Has Found a U.S. FootholdLeaders of the Cambridge program speak about how it differs from the AP and IB programs.
College & Workforce Readiness Classroom View: How AI Is Influencing Teacher Approaches to Career and Technical Ed.Teachers share examples of how the technology is playing a bigger role in their lessons.
College & Workforce Readiness From Our Research Center Businesses Want Employees With AI Skills. Are K-12 CTE Programs Keeping Up?Most schools are still in the early stages of thinking about the role of AI in CTE programs.
Teaching Opinion Students Aren't Being Indoctrinated. The Real Problem Is Mistrust of TeachersTeachers are avoiding important, complex topics because they fear backlash.
Teaching Profession Teaching During Menopause? You May Want to Hear This NewsThe FDA will remove warning labels on HRT, a treatment for menopause. Here's why it matters.
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Reading & Literacy
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Supporting Older Struggling Readers: Tips From Research and Practice
Reading problems are widespread among adolescent learners. Find out how to help students with gaps in foundational reading skills.
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College & Workforce Readiness From Our Research Center Why Schools Are Adding to Their CTE Offerings, and What Could Slow Them DownDistricts are increasing CTE offerings to meet student demand, but there are challenges.
Teaching Opinion If Students Understand Their Emotions, They Learn BetterEquipped with the right skills, students can navigate tough situations in and outside school.
Special Education Fragmented Federal Education Plan Could Harm Students With Disabilities, Advocates WarnParceling out Ed. Dept. work to other agencies risks weakening enforcement of disability rights laws, groups warn.
Assessment Should Students Be Allowed Extra Credit? Teachers Are DividedMany argue that extra credit doesn't increase student knowledge, making it a part of a larger conversation on grading and assessment.
Teaching Opinion How Are Trump Administration Policies Affecting the Classroom?Leaders cry in coaching sessions. Still, they show up brave and stand strong.
Mathematics High-Achieving Black and Latino Students Are Often Shut Out of Algebra 1Middle schoolers' access to the course is stratified along racial, socioeconomic, and regional lines, new research finds.
Budget & Finance
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Quiz Yourself: How Much Do You Know About Education Finance?
Answer 7 questions about education finance.
School & District Management
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Quiz Yourself: How Well Do You Understand The School Boards’ Role in K-12 Purchasing?
Vendors often underestimate how—and when—school boards shape deals. This quiz unpacks what you really need to know.
Families & the Community
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Quiz Yourself: How Much Do You Know About Building Strong School & Home Connections?
Answer 7 questions about building strong family and school connections.
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Answer 7 questions about students' relationships with mathematics.