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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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Special Education Investigation Finds 'Shocking Overuse' of Seclusion and Restraint in This DistrictRestraint and seclusion should not be used in routine school discipline, the Justice Department says.
Reading & Literacy Video Why One School Is Leading the Return to CursiveGeorgia has joined 20-plus states returning cursive handwriting to elementary school classrooms.
Reading & Literacy Few Books Are Tailored for Older Struggling Readers: 'It's an Absolute Wasteland'Teachers and researchers identify three barriers to finding reading materials that meet these students' needs—and how to overcome them.
Special Education New ADHD Research Challenges Former Assumptions. Why It MattersNew research may hold important insights for educators aiming to better engage students with ADHD.
College & Workforce Readiness Q&A Nonprofit Launches New Career-Readiness Effort, Looks Beyond the 'Linear Path'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 TransformativeMedical-style huddles can help future teachers recognize classroom strategies as they happen.
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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.
Education Funding
Webinar
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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Teaching Opinion Student Agency Inspires Learning. Here Are 8 Ways to Foster ItTeachers must shift their mindset from dictating rules to co-creating agreements with students.
Reading & Literacy Opinion Has Our Zeal for the Science of Reading Created a Cycle of Confusion?I’m an Orton-Gillingham-certified teacher. Here’s why the spread of new programs troubles me.
Teaching Profession Why This Teacher Chose Online Teaching and Plans to Stick With ItRigid schedules and rules for teaching in person make online teaching attractive for some.
Social Studies What Makes for a Good Social Studies Curriculum?A new curriculum review tool makes the case for elementary schoolers to learn more history.
Teaching Profession Download Insights for School Leaders: How to Better Support TeachersEdWeek's downloadable guide offers tips to principals on how to improve the morale and working conditions of educators.
Teaching Profession Video A Gen Z Teacher Helps Her Students Use Tech for GoodGen Z teacher Katrina Sacurom talks about overcoming the challenges new teachers face.
English Learners
Spotlight
Spotlight on Supporting Emergent Bilinguals
This Spotlight will explore strategies to best support English learners in their language acquisition and academic success.
School Climate & Safety
Spotlight
Spotlight on Enhancing School Safety and Emergency Response
This Spotlight will help you explore proactive measures and effective strategies for enhancing school safety and emergency response.
Assessment
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Quiz Yourself: How Much Do You Know About Standardized Testing & Improving Student Outcomes?
Answer 7 questions about improving standardized testing and student outcomes.
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As tutoring gains traction in schools, district leaders face critical questions: where to find tutors and how to support them. Education experts share best practices for building effective, sustainable tutoring programs. The abridged article below is the first in an ongoing series focused on real-world challenges and solutions for implementing successful tutoring programs on a large scale.