Author: Matthew Lynch
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High School Dropouts: More than Loss of Money
It seems that every time the issue of high school dropouts is discussed it all centers around money. U.S. Census Statistics tell us that 38 percent ... -
3 Entities That Rebelled Against Standardized Testing in the US
Standardized testing in K-12 education is a perennial hot button issue. Proponents feel that measuring knowledge in these rigid ways helps lift the entire educational system. ... -
Technology and Graduation Rate: A Direct Correlation
There is a lot of talk out there about ways to raise the graduation rate. U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan proudly wore #80 in the ... -
Retirement in Presidential College Ranks Opens Diversity Door
College presidents must be able to multitask. Though not in the official job descriptions, these administrative leaders must be figureheads, court the general public, delegate effectively ... -
Why Mobile Technology Enhances Instruction
As mobile technology continues to steal the spotlight in K-12 classroom methodology, certain areas of study tend to be gravitating towards the trends more strongly. Last ... -
Teacher Liability: Your Rights As An Educator
As a teacher, you carry the weight of several types of responsibility. You are responsible for your students’ welfare, safety, education, and health. You are responsible ... -
Are You Prepared for These Drawbacks of Bringing Tech to the Classroom?
As much progress as technology can help a classroom make, it isn’t always a positive force. There are some drawbacks to trying to introduce technology into ... -
Parents: The Missing Ingredient in K-12 Success
As educators, we talk a lot about the role of teachers in the lives of students and debate the best ways to strengthen the classroom experience ... -
Time to Learn: Revisiting the School Calendar Debate
The nine-month school calendar that emerged over a century and a half ago has proven resistant to change. It remains the predominant organizational structure within which ... -
Retirement in Presidential College Ranks Opens Diversity Door
College presidents must be able to multitask. Though not in the official job descriptions, these administrative leaders must be figureheads, court the general public, delegate effectively ...