Students tend to give up on school if they haven't developed strong reading skills by the time they reach middle or high school, respondents to a recent survey say. The respondents - which included students, teachers and parents - offered recommendations for helping boost literacy among older students, including additional training for teachers, dyslexia screening,…

Having students collaborate on writing a play is a hands-on way to unlock creativity while reinforcing concepts and skills in language arts and other classes.

Schools have to be intentional in setting aside time for teachers to engage in research, lest the demands of the career keep them from doing so, former educator Alex Quigley writes in this commentary.

Using conceptual questions to guide her feedback enabled a third-grade teacher to help her students become more confident in their math skills.

Research suggests high school students who receive just six 50-minute lessons in digital literacy are twice as likely to identify questionable websites.

Stereotypes about gender in STEM start early and are often set by age 8, according to a study from researchers at the University of Houston and the University of Washington. Researchers found that girls' interest in STEM subjects was more of a factor than perceived ability in the subjects.

Teachers' individual judgment calls may result in different students being identified as gifted, according to a study by Karen Rambo-Hernandez, an associate professor of education at Texas A&M University. Findings showed that despite receiving the same training, teachers were inclined to make gifted determinations differently - with almost no overlap.

Barn som opplever skilsmisse kan ha det vanskeligere enn det foreldrene liker å tro, sier forsker og psykolog Tonje Holt i FHI. I Alta ser man mer utagering i skolen og her har man begynt å tenke at det kan kobles opp til foreldrenes samlivsbrudd.

Middle school language arts teachers can create an impactful grammar unit that emphasizes collaboration, research, and presentation skills.

Removing summative assessments from instructional practice can make class more interesting, engaging, and stress free for students.

Digital media has the potential to be hands-on and playful. These online platforms encourage young students to engage in open-ended exploration.

By taking stock of the year’s challenges and successes and soliciting feedback from teachers and staff, school leaders can prepare for the fall.