A Decade of High-Stakes Teacher Evaluation: Studies Find Positive Results in D.C.
"In many respects, teacher-evaluation practices in [the D.C. school district] seem to be working to the advantage of students," one researcher said.
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December 11, 2019
December 10, 2019
Researchers: Stop Using EdTPA Scores in Teacher-Certification Decisions
A new study argues that the performance-based teacher licensing test edTPA does not always yield reliable results and that the scores are misleading.
December 03, 2019
Enrollment in Teacher-Preparation Programs Is Declining Fast. Here's What the Data Show
Nearly every state in the nation has experienced enrollment declines, with some states seeing steep declines of more than 50 percent.
November 26, 2019
This Teacher Is Suing Her District Over Working for Free, Buying School Supplies
School districts have "unconscionably and impermissibly shifted operating costs of the classrooms directly on the financial backs of our teachers," the lawsuit alleges.
November 14, 2019
The 'Zero-Waste Classroom': Teachers Share Tips for Going Green
In a "zero-waste classroom," teachers might compost food, invest in a classroom set of dishes, or even make reusable tissues.
November 13, 2019
In Little Rock, Ark., Teachers to Strike for Collective Bargaining Power
Teachers in Little Rock, Ark., will be on the picket lines Thursday for only the second time in the school district's history.
November 11, 2019
Transgender Teachers Speak Out on What They Need From School Leaders
In a recent video message, transgender teachers urge school leaders to make schools more welcoming by examining their own biases and implementing inclusive policies.
October 31, 2019
Chicago's Teacher Strike Is Finally Over After 11 Days
The Chicago Teachers Union has reached a deal with the district to make up five of the 11 missed instructional days and end the strike.
October 30, 2019
Chicago Teachers Have a Deal With the City, But Will Stay on Strike for 11th Day
The Chicago Teachers Union delegates approved a tentative agreement, but will remain on strike until the mayor agrees they can make up the missed days.
October 28, 2019
35 States Have Teacher-Leadership Policies, But Not All Give Extra Pay or Incentives
Fewer than half of states offer teacher-leaders extra pay and/or other incentives, like a reduction in course load, according to a new analysis by the National Council on Teacher Quality.
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