Policy & Reform
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3 Things That Barack Obama Did For P-20 Education in 2015
When Barack Obama assumed the presidency, he was confronted by a nasty set of problems in P-20 education. High student loan debt, lack of ... -
2 Ways That Language Instruction Shined in 2015
In today’s global world, it is important that students leave high school knowing more than just one language. Several innovative school districts in the ... -
3 Simple Ways to Improve Parental Involvement in Schools
As educators, we talk a lot about the role of teachers in the lives of students and debate the best ways to strengthen the ... -
3 Ways Activists Fought For P-20 Education in 2015
Activism and fighting for the common good are as old as the human race itself. In P-20 education, the last decade has seen progress ... -
10 More Educational Technology Concepts Every Teacher Should Know About
In a previous article, I showcased seven must-see educational technology concepts that teachers must stay abreast of to become more effective educators in the ... -
How the ESSA update will impact disadvantaged students
With President Obama signing the new Every Student Succeeds Act, or ESSA, many are wondering what effect the changes in schools will have on ... -
Why K-12 Education Still Needs Federal Oversight
Educating American children has always been a responsibility that has fallen heavily on the states. As the public school system matured in the 20th ... -
Report: School funding lower than before Great Recession
A new report on public school funding in the U.S. finds that most states now receive less support per K-12 student than prior to ... -
What Factors Make a School Effective?
Although diverse school models exist, a fundamental question remains—how are we to know whether or not a school model is effective, and how can ... -
Student surveys: Measuring what tests cannot
Student surveys are being viewed by an increasing number of school officials, policymakers and researchers as the most effective tool currently available in measuring ...