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Curriculum & Instruction

How deep will the COVID-19 learning slide be?

Matt Zalaznick -
A COVID-19 slide could mean some students could return in fall with 70% of a typical year's learning gains in reading, and less than 50% in math, which is nearly a full year behind, NWEA researchers say.

How SEL skills equip students to take on the digital world

Michelle VandyBogurt -
While it's imperative we teach children to be competent learners and users of technology, we must also emphasize social-emotional learning, says DA guest columnist Michelle VandyBogurt, who uses coding and robotics to teach problem-solving and perseverance at Northwest Community Schools in Michigan.

New survey highlights the need for customized PD

kdyrli -
District Administration partnered with Istation to develop and deploy a survey of school administrators, exploring the characteristics of professional development being used in districts...

How one rural district became a case study in resilience

Jeff Babbitt -
DA guest columnist Jeff Babbitt shares how the supportive (and flexible) faculty and staff at Genesee Valley Central School District are ensuring that the essential needs of students and families are met—from instruction and technology to meals and even virtual lunchtime gatherings.

3 tips for mentoring educators during school closures

Matthew X. Joseph -
To help teachers succeed now, administrators need to reestablish relationships, develop work schedules and set expectations, says DA guest columnist and FETC featured speaker Matthew X. Joseph, who is director of curriculum, instruction and assessment for Leicester Public Schools.

Struggle to connect from home: Scholastic esports not immune

Chris Burt -
Although some students and faculty have found a way to play, lack of equity and access across the board is keeping many in the dark.

How music class is moving online during school closures

Matt Zalaznick -
School music classes rely deeply on students performing together, and ed-tech, student voice and SEL are keeping online learning alive while schools are closed.

How to elevate career awareness in elementary school

Matt Zalaznick -
Educators don't expect elementary students to know exactly what they want to be when they grow up, but schools are working to raise aspirations and introduce children to the factors that go into that big decision.

6 things no one tells you about teaching online

Sharon Soliday -
Many educators and special education staff go online expecting to focus immediately on the students. In reality, educators are becoming coaches for parents as well as online educators, says DA guest columnist Sharon Soliday.

How younger students match interests with potential careers

Matt Zalaznick -
Elementary school students in Grand Prairie ISD near Dallas engage in “career cruising,” mock job interviews and science fair-like CTE displays.

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