A Survey of Programs Using Digital-Age Approaches to Family Engagement & Early Learning
We invite family engagement and early learning program leaders to fill out our survey. Results will be published publicly next Spring.
PreK–12 Education
How ‘Open Pedagogy’ Connects Curriculum to Teacher Professional Learning
The second post of this three-part series shows how OER facilitate greater connections between the “what” and the “how” of teaching.
Leading Curriculum Reform Efforts Using Open Educational Resources
This first post of this three-part series shows how OER have become central to curriculum reform over the past five years.
When Playing is Learning: What Pre-K Looks Like at KIPP
A recent study found promising results for KIPP pre-K students. We visited KIPP DC to see for ourselves.
Transforming the Early Childhood Workforce Will Take a Village
Policy and advocacy organizations have made a public commitment to work collaboratively to improve the early care and education workforce.
Leveraging School District and University Partnerships to Grow the Bilingual Teacher Pipeline
Two new reports from New America highlight how school district and university partnerships can help reduce the bilingual teacher shortage.
The Role of Principals and Teachers in Kindergarten Transitions
A smooth transition is essential for setting up students for success
A High-Stakes September for Teachers and Leaders
As states finalize ESSA plans, federal funding for supporting implementation is unclear.
Rethinking Data for English Learners in the ESSA Era
Two new reports from New America highlight the need for more accurate, meaningful data on English learner outcomes.
High-Stakes For Whom? Understanding Principal Behavior in Rating Teacher Performance
High-stakes for principals, not just teachers, impact principals' ratings of teacher performance.