Streamlining in Early Ed Doesn’t Mean Eliminating Programs
Observers of early childhood education in the U.S. would be hard-pressed to find much evidence that the country has any system at all.
PreK–12 Education
The Danger of Full- and Half-Day Labels: The Case of Kindergarten
Focusing on the importance of the full- and half-day labels is not an abstract, academic exercise. Such labels have consequences.
As State Pre-K Expands, Where Does Head Start Fit In?
As states turn to more Pre-K programs, Head Start, which serves more the a million under privileged kids, is being left behind.
The Common Core State Standards Aren’t a Big Deal
The Common Core State Standards are less exciting than you've heard. But they're still worth implementing.
What New Technologies Could Mean for Home Visiting and Early Literacy
You may be wondering: What is the link between home visiting and children learning to read?
Teachers, Ed Tech and A Reality Check: Notes From This Week’s Capitol Hill Forum
The event, "Seizing Opportunity in the Digital Age," put a spotlight on the difficulties of incorporating ed tech into classrooms.
Same Story, Different Kids: At-Risk Kindergartners Fall Behind Easily
Better reporting requirements for states are necessary.
New Research on the Efficacy of Providing School Breakfast
New research on the effects of providing breakfast at school shows a mixed bag for students.
Special Education Law in Need of an Overhaul
Clare McCann writes that lawmakers have constructed a formula that creates significant disparities in federal special education funding.
Children’s Well-Being Reflects a Sluggish Economic Recovery
While children overall may be doing better today than their predecessors, too many children still aren't receiving the resources they need.
A Path Forward for Early Ed Reform
A new report charts a path forward for early learning with some essential improvements--and a few bold ideas!
Common Core and Higher Education: A View from the Trenches
Most attention to the Common Core State Standards has focused understandably on the continued political backlash against the standards
‘Unaccompanied Children’ Crisis Has Implications for Education Budget
One thing is becoming clear: Immigration may not be the only policy affected by unaccompanied children.
Common Core Goes to College: Building Better Connections Between High School and Higher Education
Many of those within higher education were not involved in developing or endorsing the Common Core standards and assessments.