By A. Mercedes Nalls, Ph.D. Faculty member, School of Education at American Public University Making choices about education and careers is something we all face. When weighing options, do you rely only on your own thinking, or do you reach out to others for input? If you ask for help, who do you consult? Understanding … Read more

Written by: Robyn Shulman Preface: This article is not about online classes or replacing classroom teachers with technology. We need both skilled teachers and useful technology; digital tools should serve as a supplement to teaching, not as a substitute. There is an ongoing and often heated conversation about the role of education technology and how … Read more

Welcome to our ongoing thought-leadership series with 51Talk. In this installment we speak with Isaac Johnson-Tyas, who recently joined 51Talk to strengthen support for teachers and to improve internal operations. Isaac works behind the scenes to connect teacher communication, recognition, and socialization efforts with operational decision-making, helping to bridge two cultures for better educational outcomes. … Read more

Listen to the latest episode of the EduJedi Report podcast Host LeiLani Cauthen sits down with Dr. Barbara Nemko, Napa County Superintendent of Schools at the Napa County Office of Education in California, to compare how the 2009 ARRA stimulus was used and how the CARES Act funding is intended to function for K–12 schools … Read more

Here’s the Latest EduJedi Podcast The EduJedi podcast series features in-depth conversations with leaders across education and the ed‑tech industry. Each episode combines thoughtful interviews, current research from the Learning Counsel, and the seasoned perspectives of LeiLani Cauthen, who brings more than two decades of experience in education reform, computing, and learning software. The series … Read more

By Howie Berman The fall academic term is underway across the United States, and many K–12 schools, colleges, and universities are once again delivering instruction remotely. While the persistent COVID-19 pandemic continues to make distance learning necessary in many places, educators and institutions now have months of experience to draw upon. That experience should inform … Read more

The need for strong STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education remains urgent. By 2018 there were projected to be more than 3 million job openings in STEM-related fields, a demand that highlights the importance of preparing students for technical careers. At the same time, educators and policymakers increasingly recognize the value of integrating arts … Read more

Fidget Toys in Schools: Help or Distraction? Written by Kim Tinari-Shore, M.Ed. In recent years, classrooms from elementary through secondary levels have welcomed more movement during instruction. Action-based learning, grounded in brain-based research, pairs physical activity with academic concepts to boost engagement and retention. To support students who benefit from motion, educators have introduced varied … Read more

Guest Article Written By: Jessie Voigts The world young people inherit today is strikingly different from the one their parents and grandparents knew. Rapid technological change, a globalized economy, and new forms of work mean that traditional schooling alone can no longer guarantee a smooth transition into meaningful careers. Teens need not only academic knowledge, … Read more

Guest article by Jill Drum A few years ago I began planning my retirement after 31 years in the classroom. This June marks the end of that span, and as the date approaches, I find myself both excited and anxious. Teaching has shaped my identity so completely that it’s hard to imagine life without it. … Read more