Teaching & Learning
Too many school districts are taking a patchwork approach to addressing chronic underachievement through a range of programs and initiatives, according to two UCLA researchers. Some of those initiatives may be effective, but the lack of an overarching plan means programs may overlap or conflict with each other, while leaving gaps that fail to address some issues. More
Research & Numbers
Incorporating technology into traditional classroom practices is beneficial, but digital media has a greater effect on learning if educators use it to transform the school environment into a digital learning culture, according to a new paper from the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN). MoreThere's a conundrum facing universal preK. According to researchers, the disadvantaged see definite benefits from free preschool, with mid-term academic gains and increased "quality" parental involvement. But when preschool is available to all, those who can afford private schools begin to switch to the free, public system, causing a "crowd out" that, among other things, increases costs to taxpayers by "as much as 19 percent" while providing no discernible benefits. MoreAbout 15 percent of America not online for one reason or another. But cost seems to be a factor for just a small minority of the adult population, according to a new report released by the Pew Internet and American Life Project. MoreGeovisual software can help district leaders make data-driven decisions about redistricting, attrition, and transportation. More
K-12 Technology News
Just two weeks away from the deadline, the FCC has stopped accepting public comment on the E-rate modernization proposal owing to the shutdown of the federal government. However, that needn't stop concerned Kâ12 professionals from ensuring that their views are heard. MoreDelaware's St. Elizabeth High School has launched a mandatory bring-your-own-device policy for the 2013-2014 school year in an effort to expand the use of technology. MoreLawrence Public Schools in Kansas is bringing blended learning to all 20 of its schools following a pilot last spring. MoreFollett has formally launched its 2013â2014 Follett Challenge, a competition that awards prizes to schools for "the best and most effective approaches to 21st century learning." MoreDell has launched a new line of tablets, called Venue, built on dual- and quad-core Intel Atom processors for as little as $150, with the option of upgrading to Core i3 and Core i5 CPUs. MoreKhan Academy, the site that features free educational videos and resources for use by anybody, has just added a personal tutor capability that helps students figure out where to start their lessons and to know when they truly understand the concepts. MoreMcGraw-Hill Education has released a K-6 reading intervention focused on Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts. MoreKnerr Learning Center is releasing an updated version of its standardized test prep mobile application, QuotEd Reading Comprehension. More
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