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Here are four central ways to foster community in an online school.

How to Nurture Community in an Online School Fully online schools can use these ideas to foster an environment where students and staff feel a real sense of connection.

The president of the American Federation of Teachers, called on schools on Wednesday to stop giving digital devices like iPads to children in prekindergarten through second grade.

Teachers’ Union Urges Schools to Curb A.I. Chatbots and Screen Time The American Federation of Teachers recommended “no screens” at all for those in second grade or younger, and no A.I. chatbots for students in elementary school.

Recess advocates argue adding in more structured play time benefits children’s academic, social and emotional well-being.

Recess Took a Break in Some Schools. A Push is On to Bring It Back. - EdSurge News Why a push to bring back mandated recess, even for older students, is sweeping across the nation.

Understanding the options for student loan repayment can help people get a handle on their situation and come up with a plan.

Student Loan Repayments Are Being Overhauled. What Borrowers Should Know. Starting July 1, millions of borrowers will need to choose from a new menu of repayment options as the Trump administration enacts major changes to the student loan system.

During group activities, it can be frustrating to watch some students carry the cognitive load while others remain passive observers. Here are strategies for helping students collaborate more effectively.

Using 360 Feedback to Increase Accountability During Collaborative Learning - Dr. Catlin Tucker One of the questions I hear most frequently when working with teachers on shifting to student-led learning workflows is: How do we ensure students are actually engaging in equitable, meaningful work when they are learning with and from each other? Teachers want students to engage in discussions, col...

To truly support the middle level child districts may want to consider intentionally cultivating a leadership pipeline from within their middle school-trained teaching staff.

Building a Direct Pipeline for Middle School Leadership The vast majority of middle school educators feel deeply connected to adolescent learners. Jen Schwanke believes MS principals should be drawn from that pool.

Some studies have found modest academic gains from cellphone restrictions. Others have found little to no effect on test scores.

Inside the Latest Global Research on School Cellphone Bans | KQED The first wave of studies raises questions about other digital distractions and cellphones at home.

Here's advice for parents looking to support their kids’ mental health over the summer and equip them with the tools to flourish.

4 Parenting Priorities to Prevent Mental Health 'Summer Slide' | KQED While many kids look forward to summer break, it can also be a time when signs of emotional distress go unnoticed. Screen time limits and open communication can help.

Special education teachers nationwide are using AI to help write IEP goals. Some say it's "an amazing time-saver" while critics call AI tools a band-aid for overworked SPED teachers.

Overworked and Understaffed: Special Ed Teachers Turn to AI for Help | KQED A fast-growing number of special educators nationwide are using AI to create customized education plans. Despite the risks, some research shows it could improve the quality of teachers' work.