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Reading & Literacy
Opinion
What People Are Getting Wrong About the Science of Reading
No one will win the reading wars. It's time to look at the research and call a truce over the appropriate use of phonics.
Social Studies
Opinion
Mock Trials? Debates? Here's a Better Way to Approach Supreme Court Decisions in Class
Steer clear of any instructional method that opens the door to questioning the humanity of your students, says a social studies teacher.
Social Studies
Q&A
'I Must Teach Truth to Power': A Top History Teacher Discusses 'Divisive Concepts' Laws
Veteran history teacher Kurt Russell assesses the challenges ahead for social studies teachers.
Teaching Profession
The Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact Is Now in Effect. Here’s What That Means
The agreement to remove licensing red tape when moving to another state is now live with 10 states on board.
Teaching Profession
Here's How the Nation's Largest Teachers' Union Is Spending Its Money
Membership is down but the National Education Association's budget is steady, and the union has outlined spending for the coming year.
Teaching Profession
Q&A
NEA President Sympathizes With Teachers Who Want to Quit. Here's Her Advice
Becky Pringle talks about the volatile political climate teachers are in.
English-Language Learners
What Graduation Rates for English Learners Look Like
The U.S. Department of Education released new English learner graduation rate data from the 2019-20 school year.
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Teaching Profession 'We Say Gay': Largest Teachers' Union Pledges to Fight Anti-LGBTQ+ PoliciesThe National Education Association will spend more than $500,000 countering new legislation and developing resources for its members.
Teaching Profession Yes, Teachers Want Better Pay. But That's Not All They Say They NeedEducators shared what they need to see in addition to pay raises to improve morale and make the teaching profession more appealing.
Teaching 4 Ways to Use Comics and Graphic Novels to Engage StudentsA social studies teacher uses comics to make history feel relevant to his high school students.
Special Education Q&A A Teenager With Disabilities Implores Educators: 'Be My Champion'From cooperative learning to school projects, teachers can ensure that students with disabilities are fully included and supported.
Teaching Profession Teachers Are Facing an 'Intentional Toxic Disrespect,' Secretary Cardona SaysTeachers deserve support, not to be cast as villains for political purposes, the education secretary told the largest teachers' union.
English-Language Learners Biliteracy Seals Recognize Multilingualism, But Schools Can Do MoreAlmost all states now offer some form of distinction on diplomas for proficiency in English and additional languages.
Classroom Technology
K-12 Essentials Forum
AI in Education: Big Opportunities, Big Problems
How can schools use AI effectively but avoid problems such as cheating and breakdowns in data privacy? Find out in this virtual event.
Jobs
Virtual Career Fair for Teachers and K-12 Staff
Find teaching jobs and other jobs in K-12 education at the EdWeek Top School Jobs virtual career fair.
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English-Language Learners Earning Seals of Biliteracy Are Beneficial to Students. Here's What the Research ShowsThere's emerging evidence that seals of biliteracy benefit students, but more empirical data is needed.
Teaching How to Give Students More Agency in Class Without Losing ControlSix takeaways for teachers who want to give students more control over their learning without inviting disaster.
Teaching Profession The Pandemic Has Faded From View. But Many Educators Still Have Long COVIDOne in 20 K-12 educators believe they suffer from long COVID, new survey results show, affecting their ability to do their jobs.
Assessment Measuring Mastery, Not Seat Time: Here's How Schools Can Make It WorkA new report lays out the nuts and bolts for schools adopting a model that stresses student mastery of skills they need for college and careers.
Teaching Profession Q&A Why Growth Mindset Is Essential to Teachers' Competence With Ed TechA researcher discusses how student-teachers best acquire digital technology skills for teaching and learning.
Teaching Profession Pregnant School Employees Now Have More Rights at Work. Here's What to KnowA new federal law strengthens pregnant workers' access to time off or accommodations to do their jobs, with major implications for schools.
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Could teaching video game development help schools and colleges to level-up? Frank Moody, education relations lead at GameMaker - a game development engine used by schools and colleges, believes now is the perfect time for educators to introduce video game development in classrooms.
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