Imagine a classroom where an educator works closely with inner-city teen girls, where no topic is off-limits, and where young women are encouraged to explore and write about issues that matter to them. Picture a teacher who listens deeply, mentors, challenges, and cares—someone who combines classroom experience with global perspectives to illustrate ideas. For many … Read more

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), roughly one to three out of every 1,000 children in the United States experience some degree of hearing loss. The National Association of the Deaf (NAD) further estimates that more than 300,000 school-aged children (ages five to 17) in the U.S. live with hearing impairment. … Read more

Rethinking the Response to the Teacher Shortage: Prioritizing Cognitive Skills to Improve Learning By Betsy Hill and Roger Stark President Biden has recently announced initiatives to address the nationwide teacher shortage—an issue that long predates the pandemic but has grown worse because of it. There is no doubt the country needs more teachers who are … Read more

Working from home has grown rapidly in popularity. With clear benefits like no commute, flexible hours, and the comfort of choosing your own workspace, remote work suits many lifestyles. Yet it’s not the right fit for everyone, and some roles still require on-site presence. Below are practical remote-friendly career paths that can be done full-time, … Read more

By Kathleen J. Tate, Ph.D. Professor and Program Director of Teaching, School of Education, American Public University The role of visual art, music, dance, and theatre in K–12 education is changing and gaining renewed attention. Initiatives such as Rhode Island School of Design’s promotion of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) emphasize that the … Read more

PBS KIDS Launches “You Choose 2016” — A Kid-Friendly Guide to the Presidential Election PBS KIDS has introduced You Choose 2016, an engaging, nonpartisan online experience designed for children roughly ages 6–8. The site uses interactive activities, videos, and playful design to introduce young learners to the basics of the presidential election process and civic … Read more

By Charles Sosnik No sooner do we settle into the rhythms of fall than it’s already time to look ahead to spring — and to the Learning Counsel’s Spring Learning Leadership Symposia for 2023. The Learning Counsel has released its regional schedule of one-day Symposia designed to help education leaders adapt and innovate in an … Read more

By Jamie Bricker Targeted teaching focuses on preparing students to succeed by designing learning that is purposeful, practical, and personally meaningful. Instead of hoping a lesson will resonate, targeted teaching uses a layered framework that moves learners from memory to meaning to personal relevance. When these layers align, instruction becomes deeply engaging and long-lasting. Informational … Read more

Meet the Authors: Jenna Shinners — Elementary Author for Dynamic Science The strength of the Dynamic Science curriculum lies in collaboration with authors and editors across Texas. To highlight the people behind the program, we’re sharing our Meet the Authors series so educators and districts can learn more about the experts who developed the unique … Read more

Virtual Digital Discussion Series How can you tell if your students are truly learning in a virtual environment? During the COVID-19 pandemic, schools and districts accelerated their use of remote and blended instruction. However, adding more virtual lessons does not automatically mean students are learning more or retaining knowledge better. In this episode of the … Read more