Rising Costs May Hit Harder in Coming Years, Just as Federal Pandemic Aid Wanes
School systems’ relatively long purchasing cycles and contracts with vendors may help stave off immediate pain, but not forever.
The Prospect of a New, Immersive Online World Has Raised Concerns About Student Well-Being
While some see breakthrough learning opportunities in the immersive world, others worry about students’ capacity to use it responsibly.
Education Companies Need to Think Carefully About How They Structure Teams, and How They Protect Their Materials
Education companies need to think carefully about how they structure their teams, and how they protect their resources from theft, when they enter a foreign market.
Districts Are Trying to Get Creative in Anticipating the Eventual Loss of Federal Stimulus Aid
Despite new flexibility provided by the federal government, K-12 systems face complicated decisions in preparing for the the eventual loss of emergency stimulus aid.
Two years into the pandemic, educators are asking for help mastering tech tools and platforms that were thrust on them during the worst of COVID.
Companies Say Hiring to Keep Up With Product Demand Is an Urgent Need
Demand and investment is driving hiring in the education industry, spurring providers to look to former teachers to fill those roles.
Companies Are Under Pressure to Show the Research Behind Their Strategies
At a moment when many districts are investing in expansive tutoring efforts, companies are under rising pressure to prove their programs’ effectiveness.
Researchers and Product Providers Offer Practical Tips on What the Integration of SEL Looks Like
Researchers and SEL providers break down models for integrating those lessons into subjects like science, math, social studies, and language arts.
A Far-Reaching State Law Has Districts Scrambling to Provide Academic Support
A new state law has districts across the state racing to come up with strategies to support academically struggling students.
Vendors Who Learn to Closely Read the Blueprints for Change Gain Key Insights
Strategic plans offer key insights into districts’ goals and long-term vision, but a surprising number of vendors ignore them.
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