Education News & Research
When you teach, it’s important to know who’s making the laws that affect education and what those laws are. Here’s the latest education news and teacher takes on education news.
These Are the 4 Biggest Education Issues for American Voters in 2024
We don't need a crystal ball to know these topics are going to be big.
Nex Benedict’s Death Is a Call to Action for All Teachers
Everyone deserves to feel safe at school. Period.
Digital Detox: Why Schools Are Swapping Laptops for Paper
Schools rushed to digital learning during the pandemic. Is it time we eased up?
Grades:
High School
Was Making the SAT Optional a Mistake?
This move for equity may have hurt many disadvantaged students' chances—and many colleges' opportunities for diversity.
Grades:
Grades 6-12
Teachers, You Need To Know About Zyns
The "Zynfluence" is real ... and dangerous.
Here’s What Report Cards Looked Like in 1954
Kindergarten used to be much simpler.
Grades:
Kindergarten
What Is Redshirting in Kindergarten and Should Parents Choose It?
Redshirting has its pros and cons.
How Seattle High School Students Got $20 Million for More School Counselors—Paid For by Local Corporations
Students made a bold demand with the "Amazon Tax" and won.
These Dated Ohio Sex Ed Standards Are Truly Mind-Boggling
Ohio sex education standards require teaching that children born to unmarried parents are "worse off."
Schools Across the U.S. Are Struggling To Keep Up With the Influx of Migrant Students
The surge presents both challenges and opportunities for educators, but schools need help ASAP.
Grades:
Grades 6-12
We Already Knew Smartphones Can Be Harmful to Kids. It Turns Out They’re Hurting Kids’ Academics Too.
A recent study shows kids are learning less when distracted by their phones.
4-Day School Weeks Are on the Rise—Is Your District Next?
Three-day weekends every week.
