Curriculum

NYC Teens Could Soon Bank at School as Part of a New Initiative

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 20:49:36 GMT

The effort in America's largest school district is part of a growing push for K-12 finance education.

84% of Teens Distrust the News. Why That Matters for Schools

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 05:01:00 GMT

Teenagers' distrust of the media could have disastrous consequences, new report says.

1st Lesson in This Paralympian’s Engineering Class? Build a Prosthetic Arm

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 17:50:22 GMT

The students use 3D printers, laser cutters, and a lot of glue.

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Mon, 22 Sep 2025 04:00:00 GMT

A good student planner can be a game-changer for students of any age. However, to make the best choice, it is important to understand why and how these materials benefit children, what key features to look for and how to choose the best student planners for your requirements.

Here’s Why It’s Important for Teachers to Have a Say in Curriculum (Opinion)

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 10:00:00 GMT

Two curriculum publishers explain what gets in the way of giving teachers the best materials possible.

The Many Reasons Teachers Supplement Their Core Curricula—and Why it Matters

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 20:04:12 GMT

Some experts warn against supplementing core programs with other resources. But ��Ķ��vlog say there can be good reasons to do so.

How This Small, Title I District Is Churning Out Spelling Bee Champions

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 13:29:01 GMT

This district has won the National Spanish Spelling Bee six times. But winning isn't the only goal behind its efforts.

Shakespeare, Other Classics Still Dominate High School English

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 20:51:26 GMT

Despite efforts to diversify curricula, teachers still regularly assign many of the same classic works, a new survey finds.

Why Most Teachers Mix and Match Curricula—Even When They Have a 'High-Quality' Option

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 21:38:16 GMT

Teachers who supplement "may be signaling about inadequacies in the materials that are provided to them,” write the authors of a new report.

How Digital Games Can Help Young Kids Separate Fact From Fiction

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 21:34:36 GMT

Even elementary students need to learn how to spot misinformation.

How Much Autonomy Should Teachers Have Over Instructional Materials? (Opinion)

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 10:00:00 GMT

Some policymakers are pushing schools to adopt high-quality scripted lessons for teachers. And here's why.

Middle Schools Often Prioritize English and Math Over Other Subjects. Should They?

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 20:41:46 GMT

An Illinois district is equalizing time across the four major content areas. But the decision comes with trade-offs.

How This School Librarian Transformed the Library and Got More Kids to Read

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 18:43:26 GMT

While schools across the country have shed librarians, Leigh Knapp became the first full-time librarian at her school.

End Student Boredom: K-12 Publisher's Guide to 70% Engagement Boost

Thu, 29 May 2025 18:00:00 GMT

Calling all K-12 Publishers! Student engagement flatlining? Learn how to boost it by up to 70%.

Which Books Belong in Classrooms? Which Don't? (Opinion)

Tue, 27 May 2025 10:00:00 GMT

District officials, parents, and the Supreme Court are debating where to draw the line.

These Two Key Questions Form the Heart of Digital Literacy Instruction

Thu, 22 May 2025 17:00:10 GMT

Crucial lessons around digital literacy and digital safety can be framed around these two questions.

This State Is Achieving Impressive Reading Gains. Why? (Opinion)

Thu, 22 May 2025 10:00:00 GMT

How content-rich curricula is fueling a rise in reading scores.

Teaching Personal Finance to Teens in the Age of Online Gambling

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 21:09:04 GMT

Teenagers have more spending power than ever before. States are pushing schools to teach them how to be responsible with their spending.

How to Teach Tariffs: 8 Resources and Lessons

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 21:50:51 GMT

Wondering how to broach tariffs with your students? Check out these resources and lesson plans we've gathered.

What Makes Curriculum 'High-Quality'?

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 04:01:00 GMT

Only 1 in 4 school and districts leaders say their administration has an official definition of "high-quality instructional materials."

Gulf of America or Gulf of Mexico? How Teachers Are Handling Trump's Name Change

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 18:48:21 GMT

Educators share their views on the Gulf of America name change.

What Teachers Are Saying About the Lawsuit Against Lucy Calkins and Fountas and Pinnell

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 19:11:58 GMT

Educators on social media had lots to say about the lawsuit filed against the creators of popular reading programs.

7 Curriculum Trends That Defined 2024

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 21:08:11 GMT

From religious-themed mandates to reading to career prep, take a look at what EdWeek covered in curriculum in 2024.

Inside a Class Teaching Teens to Stop Scrolling and Think Critically

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 19:51:36 GMT

The course helps students learn to determine what’s true online so they can be more informed citizens.

Inside the Effort to Shed Light on Districts' Curriculum Choices

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 20:44:52 GMT

Few states make the information easily searchable.

Texas Students May Soon Be Reading Bible Stories in English Classes

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 22:33:19 GMT

The state has advanced a controversial curriculum that includes Christian teachings in K-5 lessons.

Holy Excrement! How Poop and Other Kid Fascinations Can Ignite a Passion for STEM

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 04:01:00 GMT

Here's how teachers can incorporate students' existing interests into the curriculum.

Selecting Evidence-Based Programs for Schools and Districts: Mistakes to Avoid

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 18:00:41 GMT

Which programs really work? Confused by education research? Join our webinar to learn how to spot evidence-based programs and make data-driven decisions for your students.

There’s a Better Way to Teach Digital Citizenship (Opinion)

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 19:08:37 GMT

Many popular resources for digital-citizenship education only focus on good online behavior. That’s a problem.

Christian Nationalism vs. Spirituality in America’s Schools (Opinion)

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 22:02:50 GMT

A retired teacher responds to the Oklahoma state schools superintendent's guidance on teaching the Bible in public schools in the state.