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Can edtech tools simplify school choice amid voucher system growth
Hayley Leibson, a mother from Mill Valley near San Francisco, faced challenges in finding a language-immersion child care program for her son.
School districts seek culturally relevant edtech amid growing diversity
As classrooms in the United States become more diverse, school districts are faced with the challenge of selecting educational technology that meets the needs of all students.
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Educator advocates redesigning schools around decision-making
School should be a place where students practice making meaningful decisions about their learning and lives, according to an educator who found her passion as a K-8 teacher.
AI chats reveal stressors among today's youth
A recent report highlights that the primary concern for students today is balancing various aspects of their lives, such as extracurricular activities and academics.
Urban libraries expand banned book access for young adults
Young adults in the United States are increasingly facing challenges in accessing books that reflect their experiences due to book bans and restrictions.
Supreme Court decision fuels ongoing debate over LGBTQ+ books in schools
A recent Supreme Court ruling has sparked renewed debate over parental rights and the presence of LGBTQ+ themed books in school curricula.
Could podcasts help reduce screen time concerns for children
As Deborah Nichols traveled daily from Kansas City to Lawrence, Kansas, for her postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Kansas, she and her preteen son listened to a cassette tape of Disney's "Bambi."
Edtech pioneer Anne Trumbore examines challenges and opportunities within education technology
Writing a history that one helped to create can be challenging, as Anne Trumbore notes in her book “The Teacher in the Machine: A Human History of Education Technology.” As a key figure among the many "humans in the loop," she has played a...
Educator builds microschool tailored for Black students after leaving traditional system
The founder of a microschool has shared her journey from teaching in traditional classrooms to establishing an educational environment specifically designed for Black children.
Meta partners with schools for improved student online safety
Schools are increasingly facing challenges related to students' online activities, such as digital distractions, online bullying, and harmful content.
New ranking system evaluates colleges' impact on upward mobility
In a recent development, the American Council on Education and the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education have introduced a new scoring system to evaluate colleges based on their ability to promote upward mobility among students.
Teachers outline desired roles for generative ai in classrooms
Generative AI has entered classrooms with the promise of revolutionizing education, but many teachers are now seeking tools that save time without replacing their judgment.
PBS faces challenges amid proposed federal funding cuts
Near a cardboard cutout of Daniel Tiger, the PBS Kids office is filled with graduation invitations and letters from students.
Esports initiatives expand learning opportunities for diverse student groups
The South Florida Showdown, a Minecraft Education tri-district esports challenge, recently brought together students from three neighboring school systems.
Teacher empowers students by offering choices in classroom learning
Back in school, many students encounter authority figures who emphasize the importance of responsibility for their future.
Comedy used as tool for student mental health support
Chris Gethard, a comedian and improv teacher, recently led a workshop for high school students in Northern California as part of the Laughing Together program.
Utah teachers integrate computational thinking into classrooms
Alexis Johnson, a first-grade teacher with no formal background in computer science (CS), embraced professional learning opportunities focused on computational thinking.
Teacher shortages prompt varied responses across U.S., balancing quality with quantity
Aspire Public Schools in Los Angeles have successfully addressed teacher shortages by creating an internal pipeline of educators through a partnership with Alder Graduate School of Education.
Teachers adopt projects over essays to counter student use of AI
Educators are addressing the challenge of AI-assisted cheating by transitioning to project-based learning.
Gwinnett County schools develop AI readiness framework for students
Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) is working to ensure that students are prepared for a future where artificial intelligence (AI) is prevalent in various professional fields.