For Syrian Refugees in New Jersey, a Bumpy Adjustment to School WNYC: In March, WNYC visited Aisha during science class at the Islamic school, where she copied words in English while her classmates answered questions with enthusiasm. She wore a blue and yellow uniform, which includes a yellow hijab for the girls.
Chicago Teachers Union sets plans for Friday walkout Chicago Tribune: Randi Weingarten, president of the American Federation of Teachers and an ally of CTU President Karen Lewis, is scheduled to appear at a teach-in on the campus of Northeastern Illinois University on Friday morning, according to a tentative schedule. See also: CTU: Teachers who cross picket line April 1 could lose union membership.
Say goodbye to eighth grade Algebra 1 and hello to the rise of Common Core math LA Times: Eighth grade math is changing: instead of emphasizing Algebra I where only some students thrive, many schools are placing all students in the same general class that covers several concepts. Common Core standards for the eighth grade call for all students to learn the same general math concepts,…
With ESSA on the Books, Here’s an Early Look at Trends in State K-12 Legislation PK12: In many respects, officials in statehouses and state education departments are still figuring out how they’ll proceed under ESSA.
How Teachers Are Using Snapchat NPR: Teachers explain how they’re applying the social media app to lessons and homework.
