Teaching & Learning
- Teaching Opinion To Build Trust in the Classroom, Encourage Students to Share Their StoriesBefore asking students to open up, teachers need to build an environment where young people feel safe. Here's how to do that.Teaching Q&A How to Motivate Adolescents in Math and Science: Tips From an ExpertThere's no formula for teaching motivation. Instead, teachers should think about creating a motivating environment in their classrooms.English Learners The Problem Schools Have Accurately Identifying English LearnersA U.S. Government Accountability Office report examines how states and districts are identifying English learners.Special Education Many Students Can Get Special Ed. Until Age 22. What Districts Should DoSchool districts' responsibilities under federal special education law aren't always clear-cut.English Learners Students Nationwide Can Earn a Seal of Biliteracy. How It Can Be More AccessibleAll 50 states and the District of Columbia have passed legislation to formalize a seal that celebrates students' bilingualism.Mathematics Q&A A District Is Making a Huge Bet on One Math Curriculum to Improve AchievementThe nation's largest school district has launched a new initiative to address students’ gaps in math proficiency.
- Teaching Profession NEA's Staff Union Is on Strike—Halting NEA's Biggest Annual GatheringThe union's staff went on strike Friday, halting the NEA's biggest annual event, prompting President Biden to cancel a scheduled appearance.Teaching Opinion Tips for Making Differentiated Instruction Manageable"Planning backward" and other tips for the successful implementation of this teaching technique.English Learners English Learners with Disabilities Lack Consistent State SupportAn analysis of state education agencies' resources on English learners with disabilities found room for improvement.Reading & Literacy Opinion Students Are Struggling With Literacy. The Public Library Can HelpAn early-childhood educator makes the case for partnering schools with local libraries to improve students’ reading and writing skills.Teaching Profession Bruh, Teachers Are 'Low Key' Trying to Stay on Top of Student SlangTeachers use curiosity and humor to stay in tune with kids' constantly evolving language.Special Education Can AI Help With Special Ed.? There's Promise—and Reason to Be CautiousSome special education professionals are experimenting with the technology.