Technology
70 Years of Promises in Education. What Will It Take for Us to Keep Them?
The promise of public education is that it prepares young people for life—and the commitments we have made to meet this aspiration have dramatically increased…
How This Music Program Is Helping Incarcerated Youth Tell Their Stories
More than 60,000 young people are incarcerated in secure facilities, residences and group homes, learning in alternative education settings designed to keep them in school…
These Three Things Could Make the Difference in Getting More Girls Involved in STEM
In middle school, I was the girl who would rather figure out math problems over discussing the latest fashion trends or lip gloss shade. Despite…
Personalized Learning Done Right Can Close the Technology and Achievement Gap
Personalized learning, or personalization, is the idea that every student learns differently, so educators should adapt the pace and instructional approach to meet the needs…
This STEM Learning Program Shows How We Can Give Every Child a Chance to Succeed
Shayla Toran is a third-grade student who thrives when presented with opportunities to discover how things work. Two years ago, she stepped into D.C.-based Eagle…
Stop Teaching Like Technology and the Internet Don’t Exist
It’s tough to take an individualized approach to teaching by using technology in the classroom. Even when the technology is there—which it often isn’t—the teacher…
Our Cities Can Help Lift Young People Out of Poverty When They Invest in Their Skills and Education
In recent years, our nation’s cities have attracted young people who are poised to thrive. High achievers—whether they are super-lawyers, political powerhouses or star chefs—flock…
This App Is Connecting Classrooms Around the Globe
In today’s hyper-political, increasingly siloed world, social media is often pegged as yet another divider—a place where we reinforce our own views and cut ourselves…
College Enrollment Isn’t the Only Goal at This New York High School. A High-Paying Job Is, Too.
A recent New York City high school fair for career and technical education—otherwise known as CTE—offered a brief glimpse to students and parents of what…
Why the ‘Ed’ and the ‘Tech’ Are Sometimes At Odds in the ‘Ed Tech’ Conversation, and Which One Should Win
One way to know if you really understand something is to try to teach it. Or blog about it. As a non-techie type of educator,…
