Girls Like Biology, Boys Like Physics? AP Data Hint at Preferences
New AP data shed light on gender preferences across subject areas. Read Full Post >
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February 15, 2012
February 09, 2012
Trends in AP Test-Taking: Bonjour Geography, Adieu French
Question: What do geography, Chinese language and culture, computer science, world history, and environmental science have in common? Answer: They're apparently becoming a lot more popular subjects in high school, at least based on one national measure. Participation in Advanced Placement tests in... Read Full Post >
January 25, 2012
Va. Senate Votes to End Science, History Testing for 3rd Graders
The Virginia Senate delivered a bipartisan vote in favor of a bill that would end required state testing of 3rd graders in science and history. Read Full Post >
January 09, 2012
Math Problems Using Slavery Upset Families in Georgia School
One question on a math worksheet asked: 'If Frederick got two beatings per day, how many beatings did he get in one week?" Read Full Post >
December 22, 2011
Will NCLB Waivers Reverse Narrowing of the Curriculum?
Some states seeking federal waivers under No Child Left Behind would add assessments in other subjects to make accountability decisions. Read Full Post >
December 07, 2011
Most Teachers See the Curriculum Narrowing, Survey Finds
Two-thirds of public school teachers say the intensive focus on English and math is crowding other subjects out of the classroom. Read Full Post >
September 29, 2011
STEM Ed. Among Cuts Sought in Draft House Budget Plan
The draft plan from House Republicans would eliminate federal funding for a variety of education programs, including support for STEM education, arts education, and teaching U.S. history. Read Full Post >
September 09, 2011
'That Can't Be Bill': Remembering a Teacher Lost on 9/11
A retired teacher who was killed in the 9/11 attack on the Pentagon is remembered in a video tribute. Read Full Post >
September 08, 2011
New Study Probes 9/11 Treatment in Standards, Textbooks
A new study from two professors with expertise in teaching the social studies examine how textbooks and state standards handle the 9/11 attacks and related issues. Read Full Post >
June 24, 2011
Sciences, Arts, Humanities, Fight for Status of Math, Reading
Advocacy groups press for equal footing for sciences, arts and the social sciences. Read Full Post >
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