Safely Reopening Our Schools: A Status Report
A status report on what we’ve learned– and what lies ahead– for our schools during the pandemic.
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College Tips During the Pandemic
Do you know someone headed to college this fall? Then sign them up for my new and improved email series of tips and advice for college success during COVID-19!
Pandemic Education
Our schools, their approach to instruction, and their instructional practices were built around the very thing that spreads the virus the most: close, regular, sustained, interaction between diverse groups of children, teachers, parents, and staff. So what do we do now?
This is What Failure Looks Like
The impact of COVID-19 is not inevitable. To reopen our schools safely, we need to pivot from the public policy failures of recent months to embrace proven methods to beat back the pandemic.
Student Views on Distance Learning
Ever wonder how kids of different ages have experienced the distance learning of the past few months? I spoke to a elementary, middle, and high school student to find out. Here’s what they told me.
Why We Should Double Down on Social Studies Right Now
Want critical thinkers who can spot lies and don’t fall for conspiracy theories? Teach more social studies!
Profiteering in Education during a Pandemic
K12, Inc. and its charter schools are siphoning tax dollars to private shareholders during the pandemic. Don’t you think we should be paying attention?
Don’t Learn About Grading from Social Media
A recent social media post about inequality and grading trivializes the real problem and sells moral outrage at the expense of meaningful change.
Our New Rule for the New School Year
We have a new cell phone rule at our house for the new school year. Check it out, plus share how YOU balance phones, screens, homework, and family.
