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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.
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.
Early Childhood
Kindergartners Aren't Talking Enough in Class. Why That Matters
In the quest to develop young readers, oral language takes a back seat to the written word, say experts.
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.
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Teaching What's the Ideal Classroom Seating Arrangement? Teachers Weigh InEducators employ different seating strategies to optimize student learning.
Early Childhood Q&A Federal Funding Cuts Come for Big Bird: What’s Ahead for PBS Kids?Federal funding cuts threaten early education media. PBS Kids executive Sara DeWitt explains how.
Mathematics 4 Research-Backed Tips for Mastering Math FactsA new review of research offers evidence-based recommendations for classroom practice.
Social Studies Opinion Do Students Still Need to Learn Geography?It’s tough to grasp what's going on about Venezuela or Greenland if you don’t know where they are.
Teaching 'There's a Firehose of Information': Talking to Students About MinneapolisFind curated coverage on discussing confusing, scary, or politically charged topics in the classroom.
Teaching Opinion The Most Exhausting Part of Teaching Isn't the StudentsTeachers reveal what drives them from the field and what leaders can do to improve teachers' lives.
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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
Regional K-12 Virtual Career Fair: DMV
Find teaching jobs and K-12 education jubs at the EdWeek Top School Jobs virtual career fair.
Education Funding
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Congress Approved Next Year’s Federal School Funding. What’s Next?
Congress passed the budget, but uncertainty remains. Experts explain what districts should expect from federal education policy next.
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Social Studies Q&A A New Bill Calls for a Model Civics Curriculum at a Polarized MomentA Democratic senator has introduced bills to boost hands-on civic learning and create a national civics curriculum.
Teaching Opinion We All Agree Student Voice Matters. But What Do You Actually Do With It?Start by assuming that students come to the classroom with important things to say.
Social Studies Opinion What Is Civic Hope? And Why Should Schools Care About It?Cynicism and gloom are not a recipe to promote voting and good citizenship.
Teaching Data From 50 States: Teachers See Student Behavior as a Significant ProblemThey want smaller classes, tougher discipline consequences, and firmer parenting to counter the issue.
Teaching Profession Data From 50 States: Teachers on Class Sizes, Improving Morale, and How Salaries Stack UpTeachers across the states report that they make a significant amount beyond what they earn teaching.
Teaching Profession Data From 50 States: Teachers' Views of How the Profession Is Seen—And Their Own Career PlansMost believe the public views teaching negatively, and many say they plan to work in other fields.
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.