https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/instruction Instruction en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Fri, 28 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-we-cant-fall-into-math-wars/2026/08 The real opportunity for the field is not to choose sides but to build stronger bridges. Fri, 28 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-we-cant-fall-into-math-wars/2026/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/data-literacy-skills-seen-as-key-for-success-in-the-age-of-ai/2026/08 Educators and parents see benefits if students learn more data literacy skills, survey shows. Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:20:58 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/data-literacy-skills-seen-as-key-for-success-in-the-age-of-ai/2026/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/the-science-of-reading-movement-is-evolving-is-math-next/2026/08 Schools can expect more change—and continued debate—as the push for evidence-based instruction continues. Mon, 03 Aug 2026 04:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/the-science-of-reading-movement-is-evolving-is-math-next/2026/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/which-states-are-overhauling-math-education-see-our-tracker/2026/07 Our tracker follows and summarizes states legislation shaping math teaching, instruction, and intervention. Fri, 31 Jul 2026 20:19:56 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/which-states-are-overhauling-math-education-see-our-tracker/2026/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-math-instruction-needs-to-change-heres-how/2026/07 A lot has changed in math education in the last decade. Here’s what the next 10 years may hold. Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:32:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-math-instruction-needs-to-change-heres-how/2026/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-play-carts-can-transform-early-education/2026/07 Play carts make it easy to follow Connecticut’s play-based learning mandate. Mon, 13 Jul 2026 21:24:09 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-play-carts-can-transform-early-education/2026/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-a-blessing-and-a-challenge-what-teachers-think-of-the-science-of-reading/2026/07 In these classrooms, the recent push for foundational literacy skills has been transformational. Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:49:12 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-a-blessing-and-a-challenge-what-teachers-think-of-the-science-of-reading/2026/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/most-schools-report-teaching-civics-but-hands-on-lessons-arent-as-common/2026/07 Only 13% of district leaders say their schools require "experiential" civics learning. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:12:35 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/most-schools-report-teaching-civics-but-hands-on-lessons-arent-as-common/2026/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/academic-pressure-is-driving-and-preventing-the-return-to-play-in-kindergarten/2026/07 A new report examines the impact of one state's efforts to return play to kindergarten. Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:26:19 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/academic-pressure-is-driving-and-preventing-the-return-to-play-in-kindergarten/2026/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-geography-is-more-than-memorization/2026/06 Knowing basic information is just a start, says a geography professor. Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-geography-is-more-than-memorization/2026/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-how-we-can-turn-the-page-on-this-failed-reading-strategy/2026/06 We can’t raise new readers on just excerpts. It’s time to bring back whole books. Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-how-we-can-turn-the-page-on-this-failed-reading-strategy/2026/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/see-the-retired-school-bus-that-high-schoolers-turned-into-a-mobile-makerspace/2026/06 In a Pennsylvania district, students use a bus specially outfitted for them to work on creative projects. Thu, 04 Jun 2026 20:51:17 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/see-the-retired-school-bus-that-high-schoolers-turned-into-a-mobile-makerspace/2026/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-to-understand-the-world-they-live-in-kids-need-to-learn-geography/2026/05 The president of the National Council for Geographic Education advocates for geographic knowledge. Fri, 29 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-to-understand-the-world-they-live-in-kids-need-to-learn-geography/2026/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-how-to-solve-the-college-math-readiness-problem/2026/05 Are our K-12 systems designed for how students actually learn math? Fri, 29 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-how-to-solve-the-college-math-readiness-problem/2026/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-why-theres-still-no-science-of-reading-equivalent-for-math-instruction/2026/05 A leading curriculum designer lays out the biggest problem in math instruction today. Tue, 19 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-why-theres-still-no-science-of-reading-equivalent-for-math-instruction/2026/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/5-ways-to-build-oral-language-in-young-learners/2026/05 Hearing and practicing language leads to stronger literacy skills. Wed, 06 May 2026 19:55:15 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/5-ways-to-build-oral-language-in-young-learners/2026/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-two-schools-are-rethinking-math-for-english-learners/2026/05 Schools in Oregon and Virginia are trying to build students' vocabulary in the subject—and their confidence. Mon, 04 May 2026 04:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-two-schools-are-rethinking-math-for-english-learners/2026/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-the-science-of-reading-is-reshaping-teaching-what-the-data-say/2026/04 A nationally representative survey shows how reading curriculum, PD, and teacher practice have shifted. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-the-science-of-reading-is-reshaping-teaching-what-the-data-say/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-dont-dismiss-the-science-of-math-movement/2026/04 Standards of evidence must be applied consistently if ed. policy is to improve student outcomes. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-dont-dismiss-the-science-of-math-movement/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-yes-students-still-need-to-learn-geography/2026/04 Knowing where places are is just the starting point, writes a teacher. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-yes-students-still-need-to-learn-geography/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/opinion-we-studied-how-ai-shapes-teachers-well-being-heres-what-we-found/2026/04 Stop asking if AI will help teachers save time. Ask if it will make the job more sustainable. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:51:58 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/opinion-we-studied-how-ai-shapes-teachers-well-being-heres-what-we-found/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-math-needs-its-science-of-reading-moment/2026/04 A psychologist explains how discovery-first math falls short. Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:43:43 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-math-needs-its-science-of-reading-moment/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/phonics-is-crucial-but-how-much-is-too-much/2026/03 An influential researcher in the science of reading movement is warns schools may be "overteaching" the skill. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:58:19 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/phonics-is-crucial-but-how-much-is-too-much/2026/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/more-states-are-calling-for-math-reform-will-it-improve-student-outcomes/2026/02 National math scores are sitting at historic lows. But experts disagree on how to raise achievement. Fri, 13 Feb 2026 17:09:36 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/more-states-are-calling-for-math-reform-will-it-improve-student-outcomes/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-do-students-still-need-to-learn-geography/2026/01 It’s tough to grasp what's going on about Venezuela or Greenland if you don’t know where they are. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 11:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-do-students-still-need-to-learn-geography/2026/01