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Timetable Absurdity
In a century that is being defined by flexibility in time, we no longer need to be held hostage by sacred school timetables.
North American Learners Gain 24/7 Support from Canadian Unicorn
Today, Paper has about 500 corporate employees and 2,100 tutors supporting more than 2.5 million learners in 30 states. It’s available statewide in Mississippi, a state that has demonstrated dramatic improvement in literacy rates.
What Can Students Do?
We must shift to co-construct assessment rubric criteria with students instead of at students.
Shifting Demographics: How School Districts are Diversifying their Workforce to Serve All Students
Here's how five districts launched unique programs that highlight how the shifting demographics of schools and communities were an opportunity to diversify their workforce by attracting teachers who serve and reflect all students.
Five Focus Tips for Back to School
Teaching content material is important, but finding ways to boost student engagement is essential. Here are five focus points for starting the new school year.
Summer Learning Isn’t One Size Fits All
When it comes to summer learning, it’s not a one size fits all approach. Educators are using data to tailor summer learning plans for individual districts, schools, and students.
Filling the Gaps: Staffing Teachers After the Great Resignation
Financial support, streamlining credential processes and earn-and-learn programs are all powerful tools in cultivating a new, stronger pool of teachers.
Launching New School Models in Phoenix
In the summer of 2021, ASU approved ASU Prep Pilgrim Rest as the 11th school within the ASU Prep Phoenix-based network and is designed to serve the historically Black, and now mostly Latinx neighborhoods southeast of downtown Phoenix.
Personalized High School Pathways
Gem Prep launched personalized grade 10-14 student-led pathways that encourage students to choose a career direction and request funding to take the first steps toward that career.
New Small Community Based Schools Have Big Implications
Gem Prep is launching several microschools called Learning Societies across Idaho that will be using their online schools curriculum, with experienced parents running the sites at locations including churches, homes, and business office space.