Who: Brittney Tarr is a PreK-6 STEM Specialist at Thomas Metcalf Laboratory School and a doctoral student at Illinois State University researching the development of STEM identities within elementary aged students and the benefits of play-based, exploratory learning. In her 10 years of teaching, she has been a special education teacher, and ELL teacher, and…
Students need to demonstrate their competencies in areas beyond traditional classroom assessments. In an era of advanced technologies and artificial intelligence, the use of these tools in education raises concerns about its impact on student learning, particularly when it comes to assessments. When completing assignments or preparing for tests, there is a concern that they…
Have you been reflecting on where we are and where we want to be? Goal setting is a powerful tool for shaping our lives and careers, providing a roadmap to success. Without clear objectives, it’s easy to feel adrift, reacting to life’s demands rather than actively pursuing what truly matters. Goal Setting Matters Studies show…
Donald Trump’s election for a second term marks a significant shift in American policy direction, even though education efforts were not a key focus of the 2024 election. However, Trump’s enthusiasm for artificial intelligence now presents a unique opportunity to prepare K-12 students for an increasingly tech-driven world. AI expertise is growing in importance —…
Key points: Teachers of color produce additional positive academic, social-emotional, and behavioral outcomes for all students School leaders of color face high levels of burnout–here’s what they need to thrive How are you attracting and retaining teachers of color? For more news on diversity, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub A new report from the National…
A prominent professor of special education is about to ignite a fierce debate over a tenet of his field, that students with disabilities should be educated as much as possible alongside their peers in general education classrooms, a strategy known as inclusion. In a paper that reviews more than 50 years of research, Douglas Fuchs…
Key points: Students need better guidance on post-graduation options Real-life work experiences: The unseen curriculum for high school success Rethinking STEM to shape the future workforce For more news on career readiness, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub When it comes to figuring out what to do after high school, too many of today’s young people…
A prominent professor of special education is about to ignite a fierce debate over a tenet of his field, that students with disabilities should be educated as much as possible alongside their peers in general education classrooms, a strategy known as inclusion. In a paper that reviews more than 50 years of research, Douglas Fuchs…
If you look at Dr. Mike Dunn’s resume, you’ll almost immediately guess he loves adventure and the outdoors. But to meet him is to meet someone deeply passionate about education and ensure all students and their community’s complex needs are met. I first met Mike ten-plus years ago- he started writing for The Educator’s Room…
Reading Time: 2 minutes At Cengage, creating quality learning experiences is a priority. Our goal is to put the learner at the center of these experiences to help them prepare for the future, especially in much-needed fields like health care, biology and life sciences. And so, to enhance learner engagement and deepen students’ understanding of key…