Five years ago, the lack of diversification in the gifted and talented program in Minnesota's Mankato Area Public Schools illustrated a nationwide problem. African-American, Native American, Latino and low-income students remained severely underrepresented relative to their numbers in the district's population. In response, administrators overhauled the way they identified high-potential learners, drawing on research into […]
The Buck Institute for Education introduced its new brand name, PBLWorks. This change drives a renewed focus on providing high quality project-based learning to all students and supporting teachers and administrators in implementing PBL effectively.
Today's student must learn to code. Yet, many districts struggle to implement comprehensive coding programs that work for students in various schools and grades, and that keep up with advancing technology.
Changes in the Advanced Placement world could help more high school students earn college credit via AP exams—but teenagers will pay new fees if they change their minds about taking the tests. The College Board will soon offer AP teachers new practice questions, instructional videos and automated assessments that can give students feedback online.
Finland's education system caters to working families and receives plenty of funding, with more than 55 percent in federal dollars. Free meals, health care and outside-of-class child care are available to all students, who start formal schooling at age 7.
Oakland teachers and their supporters are pushing for decreased class sizes, a 12 percent pay increase for educators, the hiring of more counselors and more. A vote to strike has been scheduled from Jan. 29 - Feb. 1 for all Oakland Education Association union members.
New Washington legislation focuses on suicide prevention, school resource officer training and mental health. Legislators also hope to open regional safety centers to provide training, support and coordination to teachers and students.
The partnerships with Critical Links and Modern Robotics, Inc., respectively, will transform connectivity, empower teachers and inspire STEM learning for students. Partnerships will see the launch of Mimio MicroCloud to improve and extend classroom connectivity, and MyBot education platform to expand STEM offerings.
State grant-making may be one of the most under-recognized levers for education improvement. When used strategically, grants to school districts and other K12 providers can spur innovation and direct dollars toward approaches with a strong track record of effectiveness.
