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Reading & Literacy
How a School's Language Lab Teaches Non-Phonics Reading Skills
In 'language lab,' teachers work on vocabulary and syntax to help students understand complex text.
Teaching Profession
Should Teachers Get Overtime Pay? EdWeek Readers Have Some Thoughts
Readers give their opinions on whether teachers should qualify for overtime pay.
Teaching Profession
Opinion
‘Whoa, What Are You Doing Here?’: Why This Professor Subs in K-12 Classrooms
Here's how stepping back into the K-12 classroom keeps “Ivory Tower Syndrome” at bay.
Mathematics
Are High School Graduates Ready for College Math?
Many students graduate without meeting their states' bar for math proficiency, a new analysis finds.
Teaching Profession
Flexibility and Teamwork Are Key to Rebuilding Teacher Confidence, Morale
Lone Star teachers and principals show the little ways schools can support teacher morale.
English Learners
How Federal Changes Affect English Learners, Immigrant Students
Since January 2025, several federal policy changes carry implications for ELs and immigrant students.
Teaching Profession
Here's Why Teachers Say They Haven't Quit
Beyond a love of teaching, teachers have practical reasons to stick to their jobs.
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- Assessment Grade Grubbing—Who's Asking and How Teachers Feel About ItTeachers are being asked to change student grades, but the requests aren't always coming from parents.College & Workforce Readiness From Our Research Center CTE Is on the Rise. Here’s What Educators Say Would Make Programs StrongerMost educators say the quality of their CTE offerings is good, but see room for improvement.Reading & Literacy Video How Reading Instruction Evolved in 2025, and What’s AheadThroughout 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 LearnersGraphic 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 SchoolTeachers who have incorporated guided play into their lessons say they've seen students thrive.Teaching Profession 'Constant Juggling': Teachers Share the Job Stressors That Keep Them Up at NightMost educators point to the intense workload that doesn't stop after the school day ends.
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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.
Jobs
Virtual Career Fair for Teachers and K-12 Staff
Find teaching jobs and K-12 education jubs at the EdWeek Top School Jobs virtual career fair.
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Learn how one district turned Portrait of a Learner into an aligned, systemwide practice that sticks.
- Social Studies Opinion How Two Educators Are Teaching History Right NowThe "fire hose" of current events provides an opportunity for classroom discussion.Teaching Profession Measles Cases Are Rising. How Educators Can Protect ThemselvesAs some common childhood illnesses make a comeback in schools, here's what educators need to know.Mathematics More States Are Calling for Math Reform. Will It Improve Student Outcomes?National math scores are sitting at historic lows. But experts disagree on how to raise achievement.Science Talking to Astronauts, and Other Ways to Get Kids Excited About STEMEducators need to look beyond standard curricula to expose students to real-world STEM experiences.College & Workforce Readiness In These Districts, Students Get an English Credit for On-the-Job InternshipsDistricts must get creative about addressing barriers to student internships, leaders said.Reading & Literacy Congress Wants to Know What Makes the 'Science of Reading' WorkExperts noted states' careful implementation—and the key role of federal investment in reading research.
Recruitment & Retention
Quiz
Quiz Yourself: How Well Do You Know Today’s K-12 Hiring Landscape?
Assess your knowledge of the key factors driving K-12 hiring today.
Artificial Intelligence
Quiz
Quiz Yourself: How Much Do You Know About AI Policy, PD and Practical Use in Your District?
Answer 7 questions about AI Policy, PD and Practical Use in Your District?
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Mathematics
Spotlight
Spotlight on Building Foundational Math Skills and Beyond
This Spotlight will provide insights on helping students build foundational math skills.