By Regina Wheeler Access to mobile devices has transformed how people learn languages. With smartphones and tablets always within reach, thoughtfully designed apps make it possible to practice vocabulary, grammar, listening, and speaking in short bursts throughout the day. During recent lockdowns and periods of remote living, interest in these digital learning tools surged as … Read more

Students who once were steered into separate vocational-technical classes as a track away from college are now part of a broader, modern movement: career and technical education (CTE). Historically, vo-tech classes taught trades like carpentry, culinary arts, hospitality, and automotive repair. Today, CTE still includes those programs but has expanded to include high-demand, technology-driven fields. … Read more

By Carol DeFuria High school students preparing for future careers need more than technical skills; they need exposure to diverse cultures and perspectives. As our world becomes increasingly interconnected, students who learn to work with people from different backgrounds gain both a competitive edge in the job market and a deeper understanding of their role … Read more

Your Child Learns Differently — Now What? A Conversation with Roger Stark Roger Stark is the CEO of BrainWare Learning Company and, together with award-winning educator Betsy Hill, co-author of the book Your Child Learns Differently, Now What?: The Truth for Parents. In a recent episode produced by The Authority Podcast and released on TL … Read more

By Dr. Amy BurkmanProgram Director, M.Ed. in Administration and Supervision As school choice continues to shape public debate, charter schools—often called “charters”—have become an increasingly visible part of the K–12 landscape. Although many charters are promoted as alternatives to traditional public schools, it is important to remember that charter schools are public schools by definition. … Read more

Written By Guest Author: (Mrs.) Linda A. McFarlane The office clock read 6:50 on a blustery fall morning in Kansas City. Dawn had not yet broken, and headlights from a few cars cut through the semi-darkness as parents dropped children off at Crestview Elementary School in the Shawnee Mission School District. As the first pale … Read more

By LeiLani Cauthen As K–12 education continues adapting after the pandemic, schools must reassess their learning models to remain relevant and preserve the distinct value that experienced teachers bring. A deliberate shift in the learning model—especially toward Hybrid Logistics—can help districts leverage teacher expertise, increase equity, and compete with the more consumer-driven online alternatives that … Read more

By John Allen Teaching is more than a profession for many — it’s a calling that demands skill, patience, and emotional resilience. Whether you’re leading a classroom in person or guiding remote learners, effective communication is one of the most important tools you have. This article outlines practical, research-aligned strategies for clearer, kinder communication in … Read more

By Franklin P. Schargel Editor’s Note: This is part one in a series on the causes and prevention of teenage suicide. Suicide is now the second-leading cause of death for people aged 10 to 24, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), trailing only unintentional injuries. Since 2016, teenage suicide has overtaken … Read more