Educational success starts with positive thinking, rather than hard work. The latter is required but students and teachers become "positive geniuses" by choosing happiness, says Shawn Achor, who will deliver the Future of Education Technology® Conference's keynote speech on Wednesday.
Education Secretary Miguel Cardona said equity will be a focus of ED and be infused in its efforts for the next four years. "These next months and years will determine the trajectory of success for millions of students in our care. This is our moment."
With the pandemic and issues of racism increasing students' need for support, young people are turning to each other augment services provided by schools.
Department of Education urges action on learning loss and achievement gaps, access to learning resources and opportunities, and English learner participation.
One of the greater challenges to recruiting teachers is that traditional credential programs prepare teacher candidates for traditional classrooms—leaving innovative systems to fill the gap.
