Policy & Reform
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What is the Future of School Fundraising?
As the news headlines regarding the current U.S. economy continue to improve, there is one area that is still feeling the squeeze from the ... -
What is the ESSA (Every Student Succeeds Act)?
At the end of December 2015, President Obama signed the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) into law, effectively sweeping away NCLB (No Child Left Behind). ... -
When States Take Over School Districts, Disaster Usually Ensues
There is a disturbing trend taking place in school districts all over the United States. The pattern that I am referring to involves state ... -
What is a “No-Zero” Grading Policy?
Over the last decade, a growing number of school districts have implemented grading systems that ban educators from giving students grades below 50% (this ... -
The A-Z of Education: Education Reform
In this series, I hope to guide you in acquiring the vocabulary that you will need to know to be considered a competent education ... -
Pass or Fail: Effective Teachers Instead of Retention and Social Promotion
In this multi-part series, I provide a dissection of the phenomenon of retention and social promotion. Also, I describe the many different methods that would improve ... -
Why Neuroscience Should Be Taught in Teacher Preparation Programs
Most teacher preparation programs focus exclusively on education. Future elementary school teachers learn about the latest methods for teaching students reading, writing, and math. ... -
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Four “Not to Miss” Education Conferences for EdTech Leaders
The field of education has a plethora of conferences and assemblies where educators and industry leaders gather to learn about emerging developments, instructional trends ... -
Pass or Fail: The Objectives of America’s Public Education System
In this multi-part series, I provide a dissection of the phenomenon of retention and social promotion. Also, I describe the many different methods that would improve ... -
Pass or Fail: Is Testing a Valid Way to Measure Student Progress?
In this multi-part series, I provide a dissection of the phenomenon of retention and social promotion. Also, I describe the many different methods that would improve ...
