More than 150 schools in at least 20 states have adopted a “teacher-powered” model, offering educators greater autonomy and influence in areas including curriculum, budgeting and personnel.
School Closure Timing and COVID-19 Spread
Widespread school closures caused significant disruption last spring. But were they worth it?
Why Do Black Math Teachers Consider Leaving the Profession?
New research examines the perceptions and experiences of hundreds of Black math teachers across the U.S.
Teacher Stress and Burnout in the Wake of COVID-19
Anxiety relating to COVID-19, teaching, and parental communication were among the most significant predictors of teacher stress and burnout this fall, according to a new study.
Student Interrupted: Research-Backed Recommendations for Post-COVID Support
A field of research may offer unique insights into student experiences and needs in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Study Finds ‘Breakfast After the Bell’ Can Improve Attendance
Researchers examined the impacts of ‘Breakfast After the Bell’ programs in Colorado and Nevada, finding they led to significant reductions in chronic absenteeism.
Crowdfunding Education
New research examines the schools and teachers that seek out and receive funding on DonorsChoose, finding that more than half of all submissions relate to math and reading.
Identifying and Producing Effective Teachers
A new working paper examines years of research into teacher effectiveness, identifying common challenges and promising approaches to teacher evaluation, pre-service training and in-service professional development.
Educational Leadership in Challenging Times
A guide and companion video offer educators a research-backed framework designed to help them meet challenges and drive improvement in the wake of COVID-19.
Remote Learning and Parental Mental Health
When millions of students shifted to remote learning in the wake of COVID-19, millions of parents abruptly became “proxy educators.” And when their children struggled, they struggled as well, according to a new research brief.