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Sponsored by Bill of Rights InstituteTeaching US History during a pandemic: A conversation with two high school teachers
Bill of Rights Institute’s president, David Bobb, spoke with Jessica Culver, a social studies teacher for 17 years, about the benefits of Open Education Resources and teaching during a pandemic.
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How NYC schools will handle positive COVID-19 cases
Safety protocols for the nation's largest school system include only opening buildings if the city's infection rate is below 3%, contact tracing and regular teacher testing.
By Naaz Modan • July 31, 2020 -
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Ed Tech
Virtually overnight, the coronavirus pandemic forced a transformation of schools' approach to ed tech. We're keeping this page up to date with the latest ed tech trends and developments.
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Funds tied to reopening 'frustrating' educators, likely to be challenged
Amid White House threats to withhold funding if school buildings don't reopen, Senate Republicans and some states also want to tie funding to students and teachers physically in classrooms.
By Naaz Modan • July 31, 2020 -
Schools shifted chronic absenteeism strategies amid closures
While chronic absenteeism was an ongoing issue prior to COVID-19, school building closures only compounded the need to reach underserved students.
By Shawna De La Rosa • July 31, 2020 -
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As new school year approaches, how will districts address the 'COVID slide'?
Prolonged spring closures and uneven remote approaches require preparation for a variety of responses to address learning loss, administrators say.
By Natalie Gross • July 30, 2020 -
Roeder, Phil. (2020). "Special Delivery" [Photograph]. Retrieved from Flickr.
'Safety strikes' threat raises pressure on superintendents making reopening calls
Superintendents are concerned for teachers, but the executive director of AASA, The School Superintendents Association said there's "not much" they can do if forced to reopen schools.
By Naaz Modan • July 29, 2020 -
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. (2020). "Novel Coronavirus SARS-CoV-2" [Image]. Retrieved from Flickr.
COVID-19 data adds real-world impact to curriculum, but sensitivity is a must
A Central Utah math teacher is taking advantage of public statistics to let students process and document the pandemic from an academic view.
By Lauren Barack • July 29, 2020 -
New York City charter school's reopening plan built around most vulnerable students
One thing the Brooklyn school will address is online options, which some experts say could have long-term impact on curriculum delivery.
By Shawna De La Rosa • July 29, 2020 -
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California students program robots remotely during distance learning
A pair of enterprising Compton summer school instructors used cameras and a giant world map to let students command their robots' travels between nations.
By Roger Riddell • July 29, 2020 -
Summer Reading: Coronavirus shutdowns heighten SEL, trauma-informed ed needs
When students return to schools, they'll require increased additional supports. Here is a roundup on the issues.
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Trump administration pares back DACA ahead of an uncertain fall
The decision to shorten renewal timelines and reject new requests affects tens of thousands of college students.
By Hallie Busta , Naaz Modan • July 28, 2020 -
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IBM offers 1K paid internships to prepare diverse students for STEM careers
The opportunities will be available to students and graduates of the company's P-TECH program.
By Sheryl Estrada • July 28, 2020 -
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. (2020). "Novel Coronavirus SARS-CoV-2" [Micrograph]. Retrieved from Flickr.
Share your insight in our COVID-19 Preparedness Survey
We want to hear from K-12 public school administrators about the challenges they've faced and those they expect as the new school year approaches.
By Roger Riddell • July 28, 2020 -
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Fast Forward: Is it time for project-based curriculum to replace traditional model?
Some districts implemented a degree of project-based learning assessed through feedback during coronavirus shutdowns this spring — changes some experts say could remain after the pandemic wanes.
By Naaz Modan • July 28, 2020 -
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Ed Dept official: Don't expect testing waivers this year
Some states are already requesting waivers so instruction time can be spent on social-emotional support and catching up on missed curriculum.
By Shawna De La Rosa • July 27, 2020 -
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GAO report: Two-thirds of nation's schools lag on accessibility
Schools cited a lack of outreach, funding, assistance and guidance on the Americans With Disabilities Act as barriers to compliance.
By Naaz Modan • July 27, 2020 -
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Flexibility needed to maintain teacher training during coronavirus
Closures related to COVID-19 put in-person training and evaluations in limbo, but online coaching and long-distance prep could benefit hiring and retention, researchers at Brown University write.
By Naaz Modan • July 24, 2020 -
Build communication, relationships with parents now to ease concerns about fall
Parents are expected to enter the school year with additional worries due to COVID-19, making outreach all the more important, a veteran teacher says.
By Shawna De La Rosa • July 24, 2020 -
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Report: 16.9M students still lack home internet access
New data from Future Ready Schools highlights the extent to which the homework gap hinders students, calling for Congress to invest $6.8 billion.
By Roger Riddell • July 23, 2020 -
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Exploring difficult topics in curriculum requires care, planning
Efforts to expand the focus of curriculum standards in states like Texas spur a need to consider strategies for handling polarizing topics in classrooms.
By Lauren Barack • July 22, 2020 -
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Educator: Students need social connection, clear plans in online learning
A New York City 4th grade teacher found maintaining structure and creating outlets for students to collaborate virtually were essential to remote success.
By Shawna De La Rosa • July 22, 2020 -
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Report: Analyzing student relationships key to closing opportunity gaps
When educators focus on rebuilding relationships in the fall, understanding students' social capital can help align critical supports, according to a report from the Clayton Christensen Institute.
By Naaz Modan • July 22, 2020 -
Mossholder, Tim. (2019). "The Image". Retrieved from Unsplash.
When schools reopen, extra cleaning will be essential but expensive
Estimates from AASA and ASBO suggest the average school district will spend an additional $1.8 million on COVID-19 health and safety measures.
By Shawna De La Rosa • July 22, 2020 -
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NASBE policy update finds trends in reopening plans
Engagement with key stakeholders, tiered approaches and priority for equity are among commonalities across states, the association reports.
By Roger Riddell • July 22, 2020 -
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ColumnLessons in Leadership: In reopening prep, administrators move beyond 'old way of doing things'
Four education leaders say they learned "traditional instruction based on old concepts and practices" isn't as effective, and health and safety come first.
By Roger Riddell • July 21, 2020
