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The Dutch Model of Education: Balancing Structure and Student Success
The Dutch public school system is known for its early tracking.
Transforming Teaching: Preparing Students for Human-AI Collaboration
The shift in communication practices caused by LLMs directly impacts how students learn.
Beyond the Surface: Understanding the Depth of Student Gaming
We certainly hear a lot about the latest video games from our students, but do we really know how much they're playing them?
More than a Statistic: The Lived Experience of Black Girls in Math
Different identities lead to different perspectives and experiences in education.
Beyond Symbolic Inclusion: The Critical Role of Faculty Senate Presidents
There are many challenges when it comes to shared governance in higher education.
Challenging Norms: The Drive for Equitable Education
Criticism of standard education often stems from the fear that it reinforces societal disparities.
Engaging the Digital Generation: AI’s Influence on Student Learning
How does the use of AI affect student engagement?
Teaching History for All: the NCSS’s Approach to Diverse Perspectives in Education
How does the NCSS respond to the importance of diverse perspectives within social studies education?
Print Awareness 101: Building the Foundation for Reading Success
“Print awareness” is a child's understanding of how written language functions.
Military Schools Restrict Curriculum: The Fight Over Diversity in Education
The Department of Defense Education Activity (DODEA) has ordered the removal of books and lessons related to immigration, gender, and sexuality from schools serving military families.
Unqualified and Unprepared? The Problem with School Board Elections
Much has been said about a critical weakness in our educational system: the frequent disconnect between good intentions and practical competence.
The Building Blocks of Literacy: How Reading Skills Work Together
How do the various processes of literacy development interact during reading acquisition?
Teaching for the Future: What the Opal School Can Teach Us About Education
The Opal School has created some buzz in the education sphere.
Early Intervention, Lifelong Impact: The Importance of Alphabet Instruction
Early alphabet instruction lays the foundation for future reading and writing success.
Mental Healthcare’s Disability Divide: Themes of Ableism and Exclusion
People with disabilities face significant barriers in accessing mental healthcare, despite being more likely to experience mental health challenges.
The Power of Community: Supporting Colleagues and Overcoming Challenges in Teaching
The challenges of education are often shared, and support from our colleagues is the foundation of a resilient teaching community.
Reality-Shaped but Not Real: Exploring Chatbot Trust and Ethical Challenges
How do the “plausible but not factual” tendencies of chatbots impact their trustworthiness?
The Santa Claus Leadership System: Lessons for Teachers
Students thrive in environments where they feel valued and recognized as individuals.
Balancing Act or False Equilibrium? A Critical Look at Mathematics Instruction
Today’s article comes from Kappan.
Exploring the Interplay Between Gender and Social Experiences
How do gender roles influence social experiences in men and women?
Level-Tracking in Education: Examining the Benefits and Drawbacks
The practice of level-tracking in courses was established to ensure that all students would learn at their own pace.
Mastering Leadership: Insights from Harvard Business Review
The editors at Harvard Business Review offer a concise guide to enhancing leadership and management skills.
Rethinking Math Groups: Challenging Fixed Notions of Ability
Annie Sussman and Marta Garcia highlight the importance of grouping practices in math classrooms.
Is Ability Grouping a Myth? Challenging the Assumptions of Tracking
Ability-based grouping has significant implications for student outcomes.
The End of the Lemon Test: What Does it Mean for Religious Freedom?
Today’s article examines the challenges surrounding a Louisiana law mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms.
Can Our Schools Save Democracy?
How can public schools better leverage their universal accessibility in order to improve civic outcomes for all students?
Can Joy Make You Smarter? The Science of Joyful Learning
If we want students to be engaged, joy is the most essential ingredient.
Educating for Equality: How Increased Schooling Leads to More Women in Power
A new study examines the impact of women's education on their representation in politics.
DEI in Education: A Call to Action or a Retreat from Inclusion?
Is this the end of DEI in education?
NY Teacher Accused of Racism, School District Faces Backlash
There are essentially two sides in the debate over whether racial identity has a place in education.
The Curious Case of Falling Freshman Numbers in a Growing College Market
There has been a drop in first-year college enrollment this fall that researchers are struggling to explain.
The Pentagon's Classroom: How the Military Shapes Education Policy
What does the Department of Defense have to do with public education?
Education Under Pressure: Addressing the Challenges of Economic Downturns in Schools
The recent economic challenges that we have faced in the United States have significantly impacted our students' lives and our own jobs.
From Deficit to Strength: Making College Readiness Work for Young Men of Color
A new study explores how college-readiness practices often conflict with the cultural realities of young Black and Latino men.
PBL: Always the Answer, or Sometimes the Problem?
Is Project-Based Learning always the answer when it comes to improving learning outcomes?
How to Support Literacy: A Guide to Impactful Charities
Literacy charities play a vital role in providing resources to underserved communities.
Middle Grade Marvels: Exploring Translated Stories for Young Readers
The School Library Journal has reviewed seven middle-grade books in translation.
From Seat Time to Skills: Rethinking Student Assessment
Does a transcript accurately reflect student learning, or merely the hours spent in class?
NPD in Schools: What Teachers Need to Know
As teachers, we encounter not only diverse personalities in the classroom, but real pathologies that can be challenging to manage.
Education at Risk: NEA's Critique of Linda McMahon's Nomination
Writer Amanda Litvinov critiques President Trump's nomination of Linda McMahon as Secretary of Education.
Aspiring Writers and AI: A Tool for Growth or a Substitute for Skill?
Does AI provide support to writers in the classroom, or does it replace their writing skills entirely?
Cultivating Gratitude: Building Joyful and Supportive Learning Environments
Moments of gratitude can support a positive learning environment and enhance relationships.
Beyond Boredom: Engaging Students for Academic Growth
Teachers know that student engagement directly impacts learning outcomes.
Breaking Down Barriers: A Curriculum for Change
How can curriculum be designed to challenge racial stereotypes and promote critical thinking?
AI in the Classroom
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly changing the educational landscape.
Unmasking the Racial Implications of Bilingual Education
Reporter Nadia Tamez-Robledo explores the complexities of bilingual education programs in the United States and their potential to both promote and perpetuate racial disparities.
Teacher Burnout: The Hidden Cost of Student Absenteeism
Are teachers responsible for countering the negative effects of student absences?
Can History Change the World?
American history education provides students with a foundation for understanding our country's past, present, and future.
Empowering Students to Navigate the Digital Age: A Call to Action for Educators
Counselor (and writer) Michael Creekmore discusses the increasing prevalence of digital drama among students.
More Than Smart: The Power of Non-Academic Skills in Education
What are the non-academic skills that students need to succeed in school?
DEI: A Shield or a Sword? The Debate of Diversity Initiatives in Schools
Proponents of DEI programs affirm that such programs provide teachers with resources to create a positive learning environment for all students.
A Crisis in the Classroom
Perry Rettig argues that the current emphasis on broad curriculum coverage and standardized testing is harming both teachers and students.
Navigating the Transition: Student Rights
What protections do students have as they transition into independent adulthood?
Breaking the Cycle: Loan Forgiveness and Teacher Retention
Student loan forgiveness can benefit both current and aspiring college students, as well as teachers.
Focused Learning: A Closer Look
Education expert John Spencer discusses the importance of focused learning and how to create systems to support it.
The Three-Cueing System: A Closer Look
What is “three-cueing” in literacy instruction?
The Subjective Science of Age-Appropriate Literature
Are there objective criteria for the appropriateness of books for particular grade levels?
AI: A Mirror to our Cultural Selves
John Nosta explores the ability of large language models like GPT-4 to understand and replicate cultural differences.
What Changes Can Schools Expect After the 2024 Election?
What do the 2024 election results mean for education in the United States?
AI's Faulty Feedback: Why Yes-Bots Hinder Learning
Leon Furze discusses the concerning trend of AI models becoming synthetic sycophants.
Elevating Leadership
Leadership Freak contributor Peter Thornton shares six ways in which leaders can add value.
The Silent Epidemic
Why is absenteeism on the rise in U.S. public schools?
The Power of SEL
The intention behind Social Emotional Learning (SEL) is to help students develop essential life skills like self-awareness and responsible decision-making.
Nature's Notebook: The Power of Journaling
Polly Diffenbaugh discusses how nature journaling can be used to engage students in science learning.
Breaking the Mold: Challenging the Status Quo in Education
What avenues do teachers have in order to make change in their schools?
Is College for All Still the Answer? A New Perspective
Michael B. Horn and Daniel Curtis explore the need for a shift in education towards a more career-focused approach.
AI in the Classroom: A Guide for Educators
AI literacy empowers teachers to navigate the evolving educational landscape.
The Impact of Honors Courses on Student Achievement
Should Honors courses even exist?
Nurturing Digital Natives: A Balanced Approach to Screen Time
Excessive screen use can negatively impact students' attention spans and physical health.
The Great Kindergarten Gender Debate
A nonbinary teacher in Cupertino, California has been placed on leave following complaints from parents about age-inappropriate gender material.
Understanding the Dean of Students
What is the role of a Dean?
Zero Tolerance: Hamilton College Suspends Student Over Anti-Semitic Remarks
A Hamilton College student was arrested and charged with first-degree aggravated harassment after posting anti-Semitic remarks on campus.
Funding the Future: Why School Board Election Spending Matters for Teachers and Students
School board elections impact the overall direction of our schools.
Reframing Gossip: A Latina Perspective
A new study examines the role of chisme (gossip) in the lives of Latina middle school girls.
Strategies for Struggling Readers
What do we do with students who are reading below their grade level?
Silent Reading, Loud Learning: Teaching Library Etiquette for a Better Classroom
The fundamentals of library etiquette contribute to a respectful learning environment.
Navigating the Noise: How to Avoid the One-and-Done Bias in Elections
Thomas Bateman discusses the one-and-done bias, a tendency to form an initial opinion about a candidate and stick to it.
School Choice: A Double-Edged Sword?
Do school voucher programs undermine public education?
The Future of Learning: AI and Human Potential
Artificial Intelligence is dominating many conversations around the future of education.
Is Traditional Education Obsolete? A Case for Work-Based Learning
Work-based learning programs offer students a hands-on approach to education.
More Than Academics: The Role of Schools in Student Well-Being
How can administrators improve academic outcomes when challenges extend outside of the school building?
Early Childhood Education: The Foundation for Future Learning
Early childhood educators play a crucial role in a child's early development.
The Limits of Education Freedom
Frederick Hess recounts a conversation with his Uber driver about school choice.
Unlocking Student Potential With UDL
Is UDL another professional development fad, or is it something that can change how we teach?
Teacher Solidarity: Why We Should Care
Teachers are generally invested in the fate of their unemployed colleagues.
Teacher Fired for Sharing Banned Books
A teacher lost her teaching license for sharing a list of banned books, and it’s raising concerns about censorship in the classroom.
Behind the Wheel: A Homeschool Proposition
Do parents have the right to take over certain parts of their child’s education?
Printz-Worthy: Why These Young Adult Novels Deserve a Spot in Your Classroom
The 2025 Printz Award is around the corner, and it should be on every ELA teacher’s radar.
The Price of Hope: The Hidden Costs of Optimism
In today’s article from Psychology Today, Anthony Silard discusses the impact of optimism and pessimism on our well-being.
When Does the School Day End? (No, Really)
As teachers, when does our professional life end, and our personal life begin?
Beyond Memorization: The Importance of Mastery Learning
The focus of today’s article is Mastery Learning.
Transforming Your Classroom Through Co-Teaching
Braxton Hall argues that co-teaching can be a transformative experience for both students and teachers.
The Challenges of a Crumbling Classroom
If you had to be honest about the physical state of your school, what would you say?
Navigating Political Waters in our Schools
Administrators must carefully navigate polarizing political issues.
Retired Police Officer's Actions Reflect Rising Tensions
A retired police officer was found guilty of threatening a local high school teacher.
The Role of Schools in Shaping Young Voters
How can we encourage our current students to be interested in their civic duties?
Breaking Free: The School Choice Movement
“School Choice” is a broad term that encompasses various policies aimed at giving parents more options.
NYCCRHP: A New Digital Resource for K-12 Students
The School Library Journal has reviewed a new digital archive.
Wake Up Worried: The Link Between Phone Use and Student Anxiety
Why is this generation of students so anxious?
The Importance of Slang in Teacher-Student Relationships
If teachers are trying to stand on business, they should learn the latest slang.
Overcoming the Challenges of New Teaching Jobs
Contributor Christie Rodgers addresses the challenges of teacher burnout.
Closing the Educational Divide
Why do students from certain ethnic groups face lower academic outcomes than others?
Crafting the Perfect Presidential Bio
A university president's biography message should convey his leadership experience and commitment to the institution's mission.
Why Your Child Might Be Leaving Lunch Uneaten
Many children struggle with eating their school lunches.
Balancing Academic Freedom with School Policies
How much freedom of speech do teachers really have in the classroom?
Degrees as a Signal of Skill and Knowledge: A Deeper Dive
Degree requirements often serve as a reflection of an individual's skills and dedication.