Stories

Math

Middle School Math is a Unique Problem that Needs More Attention

Before the pandemic, middle school students’ test scores in math tended to decline as they moved through each grade. But the depth of this problem was obscured as most states, and thus most...

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public schools

Criminal Behavior Rises Among Those Left Behind by School Lotteries

Many major cities around the country, from New York and New Orleans to Denver and Los Angeles, have changed how children are assigned to public schools over the past 20 years and now allow families...

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Social Emotional Learning

Teachers Must Instill the ‘Why’ of Discipline

“Miss Jones, I am so sorry for how I behaved last year. I am going to do my best to stay out of trouble this year. I should have listened to you when you told me why I needed to change my attitude.”...

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Learning

We Can All Be Learning Heroes

Once again, it’s time for Always Learning to ask “how are the children.” When it comes to school, the answer for students is “they’ve fallen massively behind and their parents who rely solely on...

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The Shortcomings of Current Educational Research

There is an undeniable need to document impact, determine effectiveness, and grow the research base in support of learner-centered education so states and districts can confidently pursue...

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Charter Schools

To Retain the Support of Black Voters, Democrats Must Re-Embrace Charter Schools

The education of school children has long been a contentious issue in American politics. At its heart, its purpose is to prepare young people for the future. Parents, elected officials and...

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