How hands-on learning deepens STEM engagement
STEM careers are on the rise. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in STEM occupations is expected to grow by 10.4 percent from 2023 to 2033,…
Education
States must promise their schools don’t use DEI or lose federal money, Trump administration says
The U.S. Department of Education is giving state education agencies 10 days to certify that their schools do not engage in any practices that the administration believes illegally…
Takeaways from CoSN2025: Human Leadership in a World of AI, Part 1
The 2025 Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) Annual Conference went down last week in Seattle, bringing together district technology leaders, ... Read more
Most teachers agree AI is a time-saver
More than half of educators (62 percent) are already making use of AI at school, with more than one-quarter using it daily for work purposes, according to a…
How CTE supports college and career readiness
As a career and technical education (CTE) instructor, I see firsthand how career-focused education provides students with the tools to transition smoothly from high school to college and…
What the End of DoED Means for the EdTech Industry
The Fed’s influence over school districts had implications beyond just funding and data. Eliminating The Office of Education Technology (OET) ... Read more
With AI coaching, a math platform helps students tackle tough concepts
Math is a fundamental part of K-12 education, but students often face significant challenges in mastering increasingly challenging math concepts.
Opportunities in failing: Why K-12 education needs more productive struggle
Throughout my education, I have always been frustrated by busy work--the kind of homework that felt like an obligatory exercise rather than a meaningful learning experience.
Halting education research in the name of ‘government efficiency’ is incredibly inefficient
This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. In recent weeks, we’ve seen federal ... Read more
Oral Language: An Investment in Student Success
Oral language is the heart of learning yet often remains overlooked. This whitepaper explores key research highlighting the critical ... Read more
Report details uneven AI use among teachers, principals
English/language arts and science teachers were almost twice as likely to say they use AI tools compared to math teachers or elementary teachers of all subjects, according to…
Five years on: COVID’s impact on schools–and what’s next for education
Five years ago this month, the World Health Organization officially labeled COVID-19 as a pandemic. In response, life as we knew it came to a halt, schools were…
What’s Next for DoEd
It’s not often that I have trouble finding people to discuss the politics of public education. Of course, nothing is ... Read more
The fight for educational equity in the face of federal rollbacks
The federal government’s latest move to dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in education is not just an ideological shift--it’s a direct threat to decades of progress in…
K-12 student attendance improves, but interventions are still needed
For the first half of the 2024-25 school year, overall K-12 student attendance rates have improved, continuing the progress seen over the past two years, according to a…
Trump signs executive order that aims to close U.S. Department of Education
President Donald Trump has signed a much anticipated executive order that he said is designed to close the U.S. Department of Education.
CoSN 2025: Humans in an AI world
Like it or not, AI is evolving, and it is cementing its place in education. And the CoSN 2025 Conference is preparing attendees to meet the AI challenge…
Product Enhancements from Discovery Education Foster Improved Engagement and Personalization
Charlotte, NC — Discovery Education, the creators of essential K-12 learning solutions used in classrooms around the world, today announced ... Read more
7 sites to boost SEL in the classroom
Social-emotional learning (SEL) is a crucial component of education, helping students develop self-awareness, emotional regulation, and interpersonal skills. SEL is essential for students of all ages, improving academic…
Post-pandemic, a new era of teaching and learning
The COVID-19 pandemic had a profound impact on K-12 education, reshaping how students learn and educators teach. As schools closed their doors, remote learning became the primary mode…
5 powerful ways to link STEM lessons to real-world applications
If we want our students to engage with the material in a way that’s memorable, meaningful, and fun, then we need to help them discover why it is…
U.S. Department of Education slashes staff
The U.S. Department of Education announced March 11 that it’s cutting its workforce nearly in half--a move that Education Secretary Linda McMahon said is a first step toward…
Capitalizing on investments: 4 ways to use calculators beyond math class
While calculators are traditionally used in math classrooms, their application can extend to so much more, which ups the value in the investment and helps broaden students’ application…
What’s the state of STEM?
AI is becoming increasingly critical in STEM education, and 96 percent of teachers say they believe AI will become an intrinsic part of education within the next decade,…
The ED is dead! Long Live the ED!
It’s not often I have trouble finding people to discuss the politics of public education. Of course, nothing is usual ... Read more
Fostering metacognition and AI integration for ELLs
By fostering self-awareness and self-regulation, metacognitive strategies empower students to monitor their learning processes, set achievable goals, and adapt their approaches to overcome linguistic and academic challenges.
6 recommendations for AI in classrooms
As states move forward with efforts to adopt artificial intelligence, the nonprofit Southern Regional Education Board’s Commission on AI in Education has released its first six recommendations for…
10 things AI still struggles with in education–and beyond
Artificial intelligence is transforming education, from automating assessments to personalizing learning experiences. But despite its rapid advancements, AI still struggles with many aspects of human intelligence.
New math problems won’t solve our nation’s math problem
How much longer will we keep trying to solve our nation’s dismal math proficiency problem by writing new math problems? Clearly, if that was the answer, it would…
Linda McMahon is confirmed as education secretary–DOGE and a department overhaul await her
Linda McMahon was confirmed March 3 as education secretary to lead a department that President Donald Trump has said he wants to dismantle.
Online learning in high school helps students explore career pathways
Helping students choose a career pathway that’s personally rewarding for them is one of the most important functions of a secondary education. High schools can fulfill this goal…
Going beyond technical education to help students flourish
Educators often focus on how well robotics in education can prepare students for careers in STEM fields. And that's both true and important. Robotics is an engaging way…
Education renovation: Transforming classrooms and districts through an HGTV lens
At a time when schools can be limited by obsolete teaching methods, inequitable policies, and uninspiring school cultures, we should aspire to rehab the features of an antiquated education…
How Competency-Based Education Can Sustain Today’s Classrooms
Sean Ryan, President of McGraw Hill School Group, breaks down the elements of Competency-Based Education (CBE) in education and how its implementation can transform teaching and learning. CBE…
AI in K-12 instruction: Insights from instructional coaches
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes an integral part of modern education, instructional coaches play a pivotal role in guiding teachers on its implementation, bridging the gap between emerging…
Top female district leaders share do’s and don’ts of climbing the professional ladder in 2025
Professional growth is often at the top of New Year’s Resolution lists. As educators and education leaders plan for the year ahead, we asked some of the nation’s…
FullBloom Acquires CharacterStrong, Leading Provider of School-Based Mental Health Solutions for Students
PHILADELPHIA – FullBloom, the nation’s leading child development platform, providing academic, behavioral, and mental health interventions and supports to K-12 ... Read more
CoSN outlines trends, challenges in K-12 innovation
A new annual report from CoSN outlines the challenges, mega-trends, and tools set to impact education innovation in 2025--and for the first time, the report also highlights key…
Illinois’ Valley View School District 365 Selects Adaptive Online Reading Program to Improve Student Literacy in Grades 6-8
Charlotte, NC —Illinois’ Valley View School District 365 (VVSD) has selected the adaptive online reading program DreamBox Reading Plus by ... Read more
How schools can fight growing ransomware attacks
The education sector is facing a growing and multiplying menace: a surge in cyberattacks by ransomware groups that are leveraging generative artificial intelligence and other sophisticated tools.