Last week, I wrote about a handful of efforts that have been undertaken to translate the common standards into languages other than English for dual-language programs. Since then, I've learned that educators in San Francisco are beginning to work on translations for Chinese—both Cantonese and... Read Full Post >
"The Common Core State Standards provide a consistent, clear understanding of what students are expected to learn, so teachers and parents know what they need to do to help them. The standards are designed to be robust and relevant to the real world, reflecting the knowledge and skills that our youn... Read Full Post >
Embarking on his tenure as College Board president, David Coleman puts an unusual spotlight on English-learners. Read Full Post >
Efforts are underway to adapt the common standards for dual language classrooms. Read Full Post >
Colorin Colorado launches new blog that will focus exclusively on the new common core standards and English-language learners Read Full Post >
Author Bernie Trilling asked, "What would it take for more students to benefit from deeper learning?" Trilling was referring to education that pushes beyond the basics, is engaging and challenging, and prepares young people for college and careers. Read Full Post >
A new report suggests schools create data backpacks and learner profiles—sets of digital information that will follow students from year to year to better inform teachers of their learning needs. Read Full Post >
Presidential candidates present mixed signals on education. Read Full Post >
Dissatisfied with the achievement levels for English-learners, state education leaders highlight plans to improve instructional programs for the state's roughly 60,000 such students. Read Full Post >
Two professors propose a plan to launch a new organization that would evaluate education technology solutions and report those results to schools and ed-tech entrepreneurs. Read Full Post >
