What Does It Mean to Be a Successful Teacher? A Conversation With John Hattie

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Teaching is about engaging students in a passion for learning and working collaboratively with colleagues, explains John Hattie in a discussion with Education Week’s Elizabeth Rich. (April 11, 2018)

6 Tips for Going Gradeless

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Author and Education Week blogger Starr Sackstein offers some quick tips for teachers who want to stop marking student progress with letters and numbers, and instead focus on ongoing learning. (January 30, 2018)

After a Student Suicide- How Schools Should Respond

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When there’s a student death by suicide, many schools aren’t sure how to respond. Mental health experts say taking the right steps is critical, and can help prevent additional suicides. (November 26, 2018)

A Tornado Tale

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Technology Specialist Adam Bell narrates this very personal story of a community and school district coming together to rebuild after a tornado leveled five of the Joplin, Mo., school district's 20 campuses. (February 3, 2012)

Academic Redshirting, and Why It’s Not So Simple

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When it comes time for elementary school, some parents decide to hold their child back a year from kindergarten. Here’s some advantages—and cautions. (August 27, 2019)

Puerto Rico’s Students and Educators Grapple With Trauma

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The long-term impacts of Hurricane Maria on the mental health of Puerto Rico’s children and teachers could have big repercussions on the island’s future. (March 13, 2018)

How Schools Should Respond to a Student’s Threats

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What should school staff do when a student makes a threat? A researcher gives step-by-step advice on how to intervene and prevent violence at school. (January 9, 2018)

How Would Trump's K-12 Spending Plan Affect Schools?

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The president's proposed budget includes big cuts in federal spending on public schools.

Leaders To Learn From: Valeria Silva

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An immigrant herself, Valeria Silva led by example a nationwide push to teach English-learners in mainstream classes. She is one of 16 district leaders profiled in Education Week's first annual Leaders To Learn From report. (February 2, 2013)

5 Technology Trends to Watch This School Year

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As we head into another academic year, some pressing issues in education suggest a few tech trends that are likely to bubble up or expand.

Home Schooling in America: ‘Unschoolers’ Put Children in Charge of Their Learning

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When Daniel Matica first heard about ‘unschooling,’ he was skeptical. Now, with one college graduate, two children in college, and two thriving teenagers—none of whom ever attended school—he says he has proof that unschooling works.(January 18, 2019)