A Case Study in Misalignment: Dual Language Learners and Teacher Evaluations in Chicago
Fully immersing DLLs in English before they are developmentally ready can undermine their broader linguistic development.
PreK–12 Education
i3 Grant Tests the Potential & Reach of One of the Country’s Oldest PreK-3rd Programs
The grant would breathe new life into one of the most well-regarded and second oldest federally-funded early education programs in the U.S.
Building Bridges Between Pre-K and Kindergarten
The House and Senate bills identify several ways to smooth transitions and build bridges between pre-K and kindergarten.
Sparking Dialogue on Black Children in Early Education
Despite NCLB, it is still uncomfortable for many of us to talk about differences between black children and their non-black peers.
Two Approaches to Closing the Skills Gap – One of Which Actually Works
Surveys consistently show that employers believe they face a shortage of qualified workers.
What’s Missing from the Teaching Profession – According to Teachers
There are five critical structures that are missing from the teaching profession.
Getting Teacher Observations Right: A Balance of Design, Implementation, and Use
Cities Lead the Charge on Pre-K
One of the biggest early education stories has been the introduction of high-profile federal legislation, based on Preschool for All.
To Pave the Way for Education Innovation, Schools and Libraries Need a “High-Fiber Diet”
Robust broadband infrastructure in schools is fundamental to the success of many of the most promising innovations in PreK-12 education.
GAO Report Scorches D.C. Vouchers Program—Can Backers Douse the Flames?
Like many other political issues, education debates frequently suffer from a lack of definition.