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Curriculum & Instruction

What happens to librarians providing ‘obscene’ books? For some, jail time

Micah Ward -
For instance, both librarians and teachers in Arkansas are subject to up to six years—or a $10,000 fine—if they provide what is considered to be obscene material, according to a newly enacted law that takes effect Aug. 1.

Parents—and authors—sue district for banning LGBTQ-themed books

Matt Zalaznick -
The Escambia County School District's book bans are being called "unconstitutional" in a federal lawsuit filed by a leading free speech organization and the country's largest publishing firm.

Most students would rather ask ChatGPT for help than a tutor. Here’s why

Micah Ward -
ChatGPT is quickly intervening as a personal homework assistant for students with 9 in 10 saying they prefer to study with AI than with a tutor, according to a new survey.

5 ways to bring your literacy framework back ‘down to earth’

Marcey Sorensen -
When I joined Fort Worth ISD as its new chief academic officer in 2019, we needed to create a literacy framework and implement new curriculum and products to support it. 

Global K12 education market is charging out of the pandemic in a big way

Matt Zalaznick -
The global K12 education market will generate $525.7 billion in revenue by 2031, with North America the most lucrative region due to "massive spending" on edtech, the latest report from Research Dive finds.

Short on tutoring staff? Look to your local colleges and universities

Micah Ward -
In a "Dear Colleague" letter, U.S. Department of Education Secretary Miguel Cardona outlines ways district leaders can fill high-needs areas by leveraging college students.

SEL: 7 tips for a successful curriculum implementation

Chelsea Buchanan -
Social-emotional learning is rapidly becoming a top priority for district leaders across the country.

Educators can’t beat ChatGPT, so show them how to embrace it

Micah Ward -
A recent survey by the Walton Family Foundation found that within two months, 51% of teachers reported having used the tool with as many as 40% using it at least once a week. District leaders should educate their teaching staff on how to use it to streamline their workload.

9 tips for launching tutoring programs in your district

Micah Ward -
A new compilation of case studies reveals the challenges districts of all sizes faced when implementing tutoring initiatives. One recommendation: take it slow.

6 ways to nurture female students’ great aptitude for STEM

Jeri Larsen -
Here are the steps we need to take to understand how our female students feel about STEM subjects and pursuing careers in those areas.

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