As Schools Try to Become More Culturally Inclusive, Some Teachers Aren’t Buying in
A Delaware high school led trainings on the impact of race on learning to try to better serve their student population, resulting in controversy.
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Minority Students in Texas Raise Concerns Over a Program Arming Teachers
The state is looking to expand its school marshal program, which allows teachers to carry firearms in case of an active shooter, causing some students to worry about their safety.
Does Raising Teacher Salaries Improve Performance?
It may seem obvious, but other countries' experiences illustrate a more complicated story in improving education outcomes for students.
Here’s Why California Wants to Ban Teach for America During a Teacher Shortage
A bill in the California assembly would effectively prevent the program from operating in the state, if passed.
Are Active Shooter Drills Harming More Than They’re Helping?
Some teachers have reported being shot with pellet guns and experiencing ongoing trauma after the drills, yet the effectiveness of the training is unproven.
Online Courses Are Cost Effective but Detrimental to Learning, Researchers Find
Multitasking can be damaging to your brain, and online students are bearing the brunt.
States Are Introducing Bills That Could Prevent Teachers From Advocating for Climate Change
Several states have recently introduced bills that could interfere with the teaching of scientifically founded theories on climate change in public school science curricula.
Should Teachers Carry Guns? In Many Rural School Districts, They Already Are.
While a national debate about whether or not to arm teachers rages on, hundreds of school districts across the country have been allowing staff to carry weapons on school property for years.
Viewfinder: Denver High School Students Join Teachers on the Picket Line
South High School students join their striking teachers on the picket line on February 11th, 2019, in Denver, Colorado.
Los Angeles Unified School District Teachers Strike (in Photos)
The strike, which began Monday, is the first in 30 years in Los Angeles, the nation's second-largest school district.