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Social Studies
Opinion
Studying Black History Primary Sources? Try the Sankofa Framework (Downloadable)
A blueprint for unearthing truths from Black history when grappling with a vast assortment of complex sources.
Social Studies
Opinion
The 100-Year History of Black History Month
What people get wrong about Black History Month—and why it’s as urgent now as it ever was.
Social Studies
Opinion
My Secret for Engaging Students in a Black History ‘Jawn’
Here’s the class discussion you should be having before introducing a new history lesson.
Teaching Profession
How Teachers Across the Country Support Each Other in Times of Crisis
One Minnesota teacher received a touching display of support from a colleague 1,200 miles away.
Social Studies
Bible Tales, Election Denial Aren't in Okla.'s Proposed Social Studies Standards
The proposed new standards do not include several concepts championed by former state Superintendent Ryan Walters.
Teaching Profession
How the Nation's Top Teachers Prevent Burnout
Finalists for Teacher of the Year give tips on keeping your sanity and enthusiasm in the classroom.
Teaching
Opinion
Schools Still Miss Instructional Basics. How to Change That
Veteran educator and author Mike Schmoker calls out what he sees as classroom "malpractice."
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- Social Studies Opinion Why We Need to Study the Black Founders Who Shaped U.S. DemocracyAmerica’s founders weren’t just old, white men in wigs.Social Studies Opinion My Step-By-Step Framework for Taking Flight Into Black HistoryHere’s how I teach my AP African American Studies students to excavate truth from primary sources.College & Workforce Readiness Q&A What the Best Career and Technical Programs Have in CommonCTE programs must be rigorous and aligned with economic needs and technological developments.English Learners What New Research Reveals About Grouping English Learners TogetherNew research cautions districts from defaulting to grouping all English learners together.Special Education 4 Barriers to Giving Students With Disabilities the Tools They Need to ThriveAssistive technology can help students with disabilities, but schools face challenges using it to its full potential.Teaching Profession The Nation's Top 5 Teachers in 2026 Focus on Community, Place-Based EducationThis year's top teachers bring their communities into the classroom, and vice versa.
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Student Well-Being & Movement
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- College & Workforce Readiness Rising Demand for Career Education Prompts College Board to Expand Its FootprintThe organization is investing in the teacher pipeline for career and technical education.Teaching Letter to the Editor Learning Spaces Should Meet the Needs of All StudentsBetter classroom design can help neurodivergent learners thrive, says this letter to the editor.Assessment Letter to the Editor The Truth About Equity Grading in PracticeA high school student shares his perspective of equity grading policies in this letter.Reading & Literacy Is the Bible Part of the U.S. Literary Canon? Texas Reading List Sparks DebateTexas may soon be the first state in the country to mandate that every student read the same texts.English Learners Opinion To Teach (and Reach) English Learners, Center Their IdentityInstructing multilingual learners effectively requires a balancing act from teachers.Teaching Profession Teachers Say They Keep Getting New Duties. What Are They?Educators say there are too many additional responsibilities that are now part of their jobs.
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Teaching
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Spotlight on Innovative Ways to Support Teaching & Learning
This Spotlight focuses on supporting teachers and learners navigating key issues in today's ever more complex learning environment.
Recruitment & Retention
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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.