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Curriculum Is More Than Academic Requirements (Opinion)
“The reality our children face requires of them a lot more than a mastery of academics,” says this letter writer.
Teachers Are Frustrated by Schools’ Scattershot Approach to Instruction
Standards-based reform has held sway for decades. But teachers say schools continue to send mixed signals about priorities for learning.
Teaching Students to Be Media Literate in Two Languages
A former television reporter helps students learn to process news critically in both Spanish and English.
Making the Case for Restoring Wisdom to America’s Schools (Opinion)
A Johns Hopkins professor discusses how to improve what he sees as a siloed, incoherent education system to best serve students.
Roblox Makes Its Move Into STEM Education. What Are the Risks for Schools?
Roblox counts 60 million daily users. Now it’s pushing into K-12 schools—with the help of influential nonprofit partners.
Swim Lessons Save Lives. Should Schools Provide Them?
A push is on in some states to make swim lessons part of the school curriculum.
The Case for Choosing a Physical Book Over a Digital Reader
Physical books encourage a deeper reading of a text than digital devices do, some experts argue.
Climate Change Is Tough to Teach. 5 Ways to Approach It
Listen to a conversation about how educators can approach teaching about climate change.
Biden Team Spotlights How Cybersecurity Education Can Help Protect Democracy
Cybersecurity education can help kids land high-paying jobs with a public service focus, a panel convened by the Biden administration said.
Students Have Climate Anxiety. Here’s What Educators Need to Be Able to Help Them (Opinion)
Teachers and administrators want to help prepare students for a changing world. Three important steps can get them started.