Three Barriers to Learning Algebra in High-Poverty Middle Schools
Conversely, poor schools are much less likely to adopt an algebra-for-all policy for eighth graders. Nearly half of the wealthiest
AI is Moving Fast. Here Are Some Helpful Ways to Support Teachers
His district offers Cyber Week, an optional week during the summer for teachers to explore innovative teaching practices. This past
It’s Not Too Late to Read That Entire Book With Your Students
Reading also enables students to make broader connections to the world, whether it has to do with global events, personal
Kids Worldwide Face Huge Educational Challenges. Is Better Leadership a Solution?
Chee, who is also a sheep farmer, runs an elementary school 45 miles northeast of Flagstaff, Arizona. Many children travel
What the Research Says About Mixed-Ability Algebra Class
Meanwhile, average students appeared to be unharmed. Those who had been randomly assigned to the new mixed level class had
So Stressed You Don’t Know What to do Next? Try Talking to Your ‘Parts’
As the scientist in him mulled this over, he also looked inward. “I noticed them in myself. Oh my God,
How is Dual Enrollment Affecting Students’ Chances at Earning College Degrees?
The fact that students with dual enrollment credits are faring better than students without dual enrollment credits isn’t terribly persuasive.
Should Parents Not Say ‘I’m So Proud of You’ or ‘Good Job’?
The Research on Praise First, it is important to mention that there is isn’t anything inherently wrong with praise. Praise
Stress Isn’t All Bad. Here’s When it Can Help
“We’re not passive receivers of stress,” Jamieson explains. “We’re active agents in actually making our own stress response.” Jamieson says
The Benefits of Raising Hopeful Kids in Cynical Times
Zaki put it this way, “Optimism is us telling our kids, don’t worry, honey, it’s going to be fine. First,