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Social Studies
It’s a Complicated Time for Teachers to Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary
At a lesson-writing workshop, teachers discussed how we should interpret founding principles today.
Social Studies
Opinion
'There Are No Heroes Coming to Save Us': Black History Without the Hero Worship
We should teach the history of justice work through a community lens, explains Bettina L. Love.
Curriculum
Why Media Literacy Efforts Are Failing to Keep Up With Misinformation
Classroom educators need support from district and school leaders in addressing flashpoint topics.
Special Education
New ADHD Research Challenges Former Assumptions. Why It Matters
New research may hold important insights for educators aiming to better engage students with ADHD.
College & Workforce Readiness
Q&A
Another Major Education Nonprofit Puts the Spotlight on Career Readiness
Digital Promise has launched an initiative to help create career pathways for students.
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.
Teaching
What Lessons Did the Olympics Offer for Educators and Students?
Educators have used the games to emphasize resilience and self-improvement, among other messages.
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Early Childhood Kids Are Entering Preschool More Comfortable With Screens Than Books. What Now?Screen time is rising among the youngest students. Experts explain its effect on literacy skills.
Teaching Opinion The World Seems Intent on Stripping Teaching of Its Sacredness. Don't Let ItChristopher Emdin explains how to make school feel like a sanctuary in troubled times.
Curriculum Opinion Kim Kardashian Says the Moon Landing Was Fake. There's a Lesson Here for SchoolsTeachers can use popular conspiracies to help students scrutinize what they see online.
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.
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Teaching Profession Opinion Teachers' Advice to Their Colleagues—in 7 Words or LessBite-sized advice that's big on wisdom.
Early Childhood Q&A How a State's Transitional Kindergarten Expansion Has Gone So FarCalifornia is gearing up to help more 4-year-olds get ready for kindergarten.
Social Studies A Hands-On Lesson in Civics Sees Surging Student Interest in the Age of TrumpThe American Civil Liberties Union sees interest spike in its student advocacy institute, while conservative groups have their own programs.
English Learners Bilingual Education vs. English-Only: What the Research SaysResearchers shared findings from decades of studies on the effects of bilingual education at a June webinar.
Reading & Literacy Opinion ‘She Gave Us a Way In’: A Teacher’s Defense of Lucy CalkinsEvery decade, a new savior for literacy emerges: Phonics! Whole language! Balanced reading! Phonics, again!
Curriculum Video How This Small, Title I District Is Churning Out Spelling Bee ChampionsThis district has won the National Spanish Spelling Bee six times. But winning isn't the only goal behind its efforts.
College & Workforce Readiness
Spotlight
Spotlight on How Schools Can Elevate Their CTE Offerings
CTE is evolving to meet the demands of a high-tech economy by including AI literacy, advanced technical skills, and real-world experience.
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Designed for secondary educators and leaders, this white paper provides practical examples of explicit literacy instruction that strength...
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In this podcast, Tyra Mariani, former Chief of Staff in the U.S. Department of Education, shares four questions leaders must answer to bu...
Mathematics
Spotlight
Spotlight on Creating a Positive Math Culture
This Spotlight explores instructional practices that help build students’ math skills, confidence, and willingness to tackle hard problems.