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Artificial Intelligence
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'Look How Fast This Is Exploding': Inside One District's Approach to AI Training
A Virginia school system is trying to help teachers understand the power and limitations of AI tools.
School & District Management
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SEL by Another Name? Political Pushback Prompts Rebranding
Some districts are still teaching social-emotional learning, but they are calling it something else.
Recruitment & Retention
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Federal Changes Have Some Educators Rethinking Whether to Stay in Their Jobs
A new survey shows potential spillover effects in school districts from a uniquely volatile federal policy environment.
School Climate & Safety
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Security Cameras Are Everywhere in Schools. Do They Work?
The effectiveness of security camera systems is often compromised by lack of investment in upkeep and training.
Teaching Profession
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Educators' Political Preferences Don't Always Reveal Their K-12 Positions (in Charts)
Teachers and school and district leaders share their opinions on a host of hot-button issues.
English Learners
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Teachers Say They Need More Support for English Learners, Survey Finds
An analysis of EdWeek Research Center survey data found gaps in teachers' English-learner training.
Artificial Intelligence
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Is AI Good for Students? Here’s Why Many Educators Doubt It
AI is undermining students' learning, many ÌÇÐ͝Âþvlog say. It's also saving ÌÇÐ͝Âþvlog tons of time.
Federal
Reported Essay
How Trump Is Changing the Federal Government’s Role in Schools
When Donald Trump waded into the fight over a high school mascot, it revealed a lot about his true education agenda.
Artificial Intelligence
Reported Essay
Is There a Healthy Middle Ground on AI in Schools? Try Skeptical Optimism
How students and teachers can learn to put a human touch on everything AI produces.
Science
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Nearly Half of Teens Can’t Identify What Causes Climate Change. Why That Matters
Climate change is affecting many industries and students need a basic understanding of the concept to succeed in those fields, experts say.
Science
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Students Say They Care More About STEM as They Get Older. Teachers Disagree
An EdWeek Research Center survey examined student motivation in STEM classes.
Student Achievement
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Many Kids' Parents Didn't Go to College. You Can Still Motivate Them in STEM
Students whose parents did not go to college often do not feel they have the necessary support to excel STEM subjects.
Science
Q&A
Teachers, Parents, or Peers: Who Motivates Students Most to Pursue STEM?
Encouragement from adults—like teachers, school counselors, and parents—is crucial for motivating students in STEM.
Teaching Profession
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STEM Teachers Tell Us What Gets Them Jazzed About Work
Teaching STEM classes can be difficult and frustrating, because many students lack the confidence or skills to tackle those subjects.