Since the Covid-19 pandemic, the rate of students who are chronically absent—defined as missing just under one month of class—has doubled to 26 percent nationally, reaching crisis levels and threatening the educational foundation of our nation’s youth. Chronic absenteeism is estimated to be responsible for up to 27 percent of the overall decline in math … Read more
Veterans Day is a significant holiday in the United States that is observed on November 11th each year. It is a day dedicated to honoring and showing appreciation for the brave men and women who have served in the military and defended their country. On this day, various events and ceremonies are held across the … Read more
Law school applications are expected to increase this year based on early predictive data from the Law School Admissions Council. The data indicates a 35.5 percent increase in applications compared to the same time last year. Although this gap may narrow by the end of the cycle, as this year’s applicants had a head start. … Read more
Cloud-based Learning Management Systems (LMS) can be a game-changer for companies looking to cut corporate training expenses. By leveraging cloud solutions, companies can eliminate the need to invest in expensive computational facilities, saving thousands of dollars in the process. This approach not only reduces costs but also offers a more efficient and convenient way to … Read more
In a time when 1 in 5 students face bullying, it is more important than ever to equip young people with the skills to stand up against these injustices. Traditional approaches like “tell a teacher” have been helpful, but they are not sufficient to address the complex dynamics of bullying today. Students need practical skills … Read more
In this special episode recorded live at SXSW EDU 2024, host Mike Palmer moderates a powerful panel on breaking down silos in education. Featuring multilingual learning consultant Dana Gastich-French, special education expert Dr. DeShanna Reed, and parent coach Punam Saxena, the conversation dives into the trifecta of community, culture, and collaboration. Learn how to be … Read more
Massachusetts boasts one of the top-performing school systems in the country, as evidenced by its strong performance on the national test known as NAEP (National Assessment of Educational Progress). Some credit this success to the state’s testing and accountability program, while others argue that the state test, MCAS, is overused and misused as a high … Read more
Key points: While most students express eagerness to learn and a strong sense of belonging in school, teachers still encounter challenges that hinder improvements in student engagement and learning outcomes, as stated in a recent report from Discovery Education. Teachers are willing to embrace changes that lead to positive outcomes, but significant barriers remain, according … Read more
(I’m republishing my best posts from the first half of the year. You can see the entire list of them here) AdultsOnlyMinecraft / Pixabay I previously posted I FINALLY FOUND AN UNBLOCKED SITE WHERE MY ELL NEWCOMER STUDENTS CAN PLAY VIDEO GAMES AS PART OF ONE OF MY FAVORITE LESSONS!, where I shared about one … Read more
Democracy and higher education have a positive relationship. The growth of universities in the United States coincided with the country becoming more democratic. While the early colleges were founded in British colonies under a monarchy, the emphasis on research, teaching, and educating the whole student flourished as democracy took hold. Despite the stain of slavery, … Read more