Universities Are Teaching Competing Math Philosophies to Future Teachers. Why That Matters
Survey data reveal deep tensions about the value of explicit teaching, the importance of fluency, and ability grouping in math.
Schools Skip Simple Ways to Build Trust in School Police, Research Finds
Providing simple information about SROs on school websites could help with community trust, a researcher says.
Can PD Ice Breakers Be Less Cringey? We Asked Teachers
PD sessions often start with a dreaded ice breaker. Here are some ideas to foster teacher relationships more naturally.
Free Meals for All Students Is Best Way to Combat Hunger, Report Concludes
Some students say the quality of free meals has declined over the past few years.
How This Superintendent Overhauled Literacy Instruction
This Kentucky superintendent made overhauling literacy instruction a top priority. Two years later, he’s already seeing results.
Busting Myths and Misconceptions About Motivating Students
Three experts in motivation weigh in on how to help students stay engaged and focused in school.
Professional Development That Matters: What Teachers Say They Want
Teachers often say their PD is lame and irrelevant. Some are working to change that.
Are Your Students Frustrated? That’s Not Always Bad (Opinion)
Before you talk a student out of doing a difficult project, consider the potential upside.
Some Students Welcome Cellphone Restrictions. Here’s Why
To curb distractions in class, an increasing number of schools are implementing stricter cellphone policies.
What Data-Driven SEL Has Done for My District (Opinion)
Here’s how data can transform social-emotional learning, writes an SEL district coordinator.