Testing Revolt In Washington State Brings Feds Into Uncharted Waters
As Congress debates the future of No Child Left Behind, one state falls short of federal testing requirements.
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On College Campuses, Suicide Intervention Via Anonymous App
Yik Yak, which allows users to post anonymously, is infamous for bullying and sexist posts. But it has also become a space for college students to post suicidal thoughts and get reassuring responses.
Malala Turns 18, And Opens A School For Syrian Refugee Girls
The Pakistani education activist, who was shot in the head in 2012 by a Taliban gunman, marked her birthday with refugees in Lebanon. She warned that the world is "failing ... Syria's children."
Beyond The Birds And The Bees: Surviving Sex Ed Today
Sex education conjures images of teenage giggles and discomfort. But Bronx-based teacher Lena Solow is more than happy to talk about the topic.
Biology Professor's Calling: Teach Deaf Students They Can Do Anything
From a young age, Caroline Solomon wanted a career in science. She also wanted to help other deaf and hard-of-hearing people defy the odds. Now, she's considered a role model at Gallaudet University.
The Writing Assignment That Changes Lives
Goal-setting closed achievement gaps in a recent experiment. The key element? Students put their thoughts in writing.
Students' Reading And Math Skills Are Still All Over The Map
A federal report out today reinforces that states have huge differences in their definition of "proficiency."
How Standardized Tests Are Scored (Hint: Humans Are Involved)
We know very little about what goes into standardized tests, who really designs them and how they're scored. Take a peek into the nation's largest test-scoring facility.
House And Senate Lawmakers Work To Revise No Child Left Behind Law
Passed in 2001, the education law established more standardized testing and education data collection than at any time in U.S. history. Congress is looking to reauthorize it, but roadblocks remain.
How One Israeli Educator Turned His School Around
At this high school perched on a mountain in Israel, every single senior passed the exams that the principal calls "a ticket ... to better places." Fifteen years ago, only 12 percent passed.