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The education culture war is raging. But for most parents, it’s background noise
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WASHINGTON, D.C. (NPR) — Math textbooks axed for their treatment of race; a viral Twitter account directing ire at LGBTQ teachers; a state law forbidding classroom discussion of sexual identity… Read More
Two years ago schools shut down around the world. These are the biggest impacts
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WASHINGTON, D.C. (NPR) — Two years ago this month, schools closed their doors in 185 countries. According to UNESCO, roughly 9 out of 10 schoolchildren worldwide were out of school…. Read More
More than half of teachers are looking for the exits, a poll says
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WASHINGTON, D.C. (NPR) — Teachers are picking up slack for absent colleagues. They’re covering for unfilled positions. And 55% of them say they will leave teaching sooner than they had… Read More
Officials are determined to keep schools open, despite omicron
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Updated January 3, 2022 at 7:05 PM ET WASHINGTON, D.C. (NPR) — As the coronavirus pandemic slides into a fifth school semester, there is less appetite than ever among U.S…. Read More
States Must Test Student Learning This Spring, Biden Administration Says
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Annual state testing was canceled last year because of the pandemic. Many states want to skip it again, but the Education Department says no.
Keep Schools Open All Summer, And Other Bold Ideas To Help Kids Catch Up
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Educators, parents and students say there’s a chance to take stock and reinvent education.
Why Billions In Food Aid Hasn’t Gotten To Needy Families
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The federal government has yet to approve plans in most states for giving out money that was authorized in October.
School Attendance In The COVID Era: What Counts As ‘Present’?
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With millions of students logging in from home, the pandemic has disrupted the traditional school function of making sure students are “in school.”
The Pandemic Has Researchers Worried About Teen Suicide
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Anxiety and depression among teens and youth are getting worse since COVID lockdowns began in March, early studies suggest, and many experts say they fear a corresponding increase in suicide.
In Reversal, Trump Says Schools In Coronavirus Hot Spots Should Delay Reopening
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The president linked billions of dollars in federal aid to school districts that reopen fully, but acknowledged that in some coronavirus hot spots, the start of the school year may need to be delayed.
4 In 10 U.S. Teens Say They Haven’t Done Online Learning Since Schools Closed
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A new national survey also suggests most teens are following coronavirus news closely — and they’re worried.
9 Out Of 10 Children Are Out Of School Worldwide. What Now?
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Recovery will take years, and other lessons from “education in emergencies” around the world.
When Colleges Shut Down, Some Students Have Nowhere To Go
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More colleges and universities are canceling classes due to COVID-19. Most are keeping dorms and dining halls open, but a growing number have asked students to pack up and leave campus indefinitely.
The Scientific Debate Over Teens, Screens And Mental Health
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What’s the link between smartphone use and teens’ mental health? Experts disagree, with some arguing that the threat is overblown.
Parents, Sometimes You’re The Problem When It Comes To Tech Use
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Parents of young kids pick up their phones an average of almost 70 times a day — often to escape a stressful parenting moment. Here’s how to stop using your phone as a pacifier, for you or your kids.
Forget Screen Time Rules — Lean In To Parenting Your Wired Child, Author Says
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In his new book, The New Childhood, Jordan Shapiro argues that we’re not spending enough screen time with our kids.
5 Proven Benefits Of Play
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The nation’s doctors are being enlisted in a new fight: reclaiming children’s right to play. A research paper urges pediatricians to prescribe playtime.
Behind The Campaign To Get Teachers To Leave Their Unions
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Well-funded groups are spreading the word: Teachers no longer have to support the union that represents them.
Scared Of Math? Here’s One Way To Fight The Fear
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Kids and grown-ups can both experience anxiety when it comes to math. One college professor has an assignment to help banish the dread.
Parents: Here’s How To Pick The Best Kids Apps For Family Vacations
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A handy guide to choosing fun and educational media for kids this summer.
Kids, Meet Alexa, Your AI Mary Poppins
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Amazon has announced new kid-friendly features and parental controls for the Echo home assistant. What do AI experts think about encouraging kids to spend more time with Alexa?
What ‘A Nation At Risk’ Got Wrong, And Right, About U.S. Schools
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Thirty-five years after the landmark report warned of a “rising tide of mediocrity” in U.S. education, the statistics have been questioned, but the concerns still feel urgent.
Poll: Most U.S. Teachers Want Gun Control, Not Guns To Carry
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A Gallup poll finds teachers support measures like background checks for gun buyers, but little enthusiasm for bearing arms.
Screen Addiction Among Teens: Is There Such A Thing?
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The psychiatric profession is still divided, but there are treatment programs, apps and a new public campaign to address media overuse.
This Tax Loophole For Wealthy Donors Just Got Bigger
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In several states, private schools could see a windfall next year thanks to the new tax bill.