https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/writing Writing en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Mon, 28 Sep 2026 17:15:48 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-what-brings-joy-and-fulfillment-to-teachers-its-all-about-the-students/2026/09 Teachers share their best classroom moments. Mon, 28 Sep 2026 17:15:48 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-what-brings-joy-and-fulfillment-to-teachers-its-all-about-the-students/2026/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/first-reading-then-math-is-the-science-of-writing-next/2026/08 Integrating reading and writing can lead to better student outcomes in both areas, studies show. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:13:57 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/first-reading-then-math-is-the-science-of-writing-next/2026/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-how-teaching-handwriting-supports-brain-development/2026/08 Schools shouldn’t abandon handwriting instruction—including cursive—in the digital age. Mon, 17 Aug 2026 20:47:05 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-how-teaching-handwriting-supports-brain-development/2026/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-how-you-can-teach-students-to-be-more-grateful/2026/07 When students learn to look for the good, they’re building far-reaching habits. Thu, 02 Jul 2026 06:46:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-how-you-can-teach-students-to-be-more-grateful/2026/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-an-english-teacher-helps-students-find-their-voices-in-the-age-of-ai/2026/06 Students' voices are lost when AI does most of the thinking, a teacher says. Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:28:28 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-an-english-teacher-helps-students-find-their-voices-in-the-age-of-ai/2026/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/ai-changes-its-feedback-on-students-writing-when-it-knows-their-race-gender/2026/06 AI makes judgments based on the writer's characteristics—a problem if teachers use it as a writing coach. Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:57:16 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/ai-changes-its-feedback-on-students-writing-when-it-knows-their-race-gender/2026/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/the-most-authentic-english-class-ive-ever-taught/2026/06 Emily Torres said the class has been the most meaningful teaching experience of her career. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 20:38:41 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/the-most-authentic-english-class-ive-ever-taught/2026/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/inside-a-school-where-creative-writing-helps-teens-cope-with-trauma/2026/06 Students in a class taught by Emily Torres have significant trauma, mental health challenges, or both. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 20:37:56 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/inside-a-school-where-creative-writing-helps-teens-cope-with-trauma/2026/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/webinar/restoring-writing-in-grades-k-3-as-a-core-pillar-of-literacy Explore research on handwriting automaticity and sentence construction, plus strategies to improve writing instruction across grades K–3. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/webinar/restoring-writing-in-grades-k-3-as-a-core-pillar-of-literacy https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-to-teach-cursive-six-practical-tips-downloadable/2026/03 This printable downloadable provides actionable tips for teaching cursive handwriting. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 19:59:43 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-to-teach-cursive-six-practical-tips-downloadable/2026/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/cursive-is-making-a-comeback-it-wont-be-without-challenges/2026/03 A growing number of states are requiring schools to return to cursive writing instruction. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 21:39:13 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/cursive-is-making-a-comeback-it-wont-be-without-challenges/2026/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/why-one-school-is-leading-the-return-to-cursive/2026/02 Georgia has joined 20-plus states returning cursive handwriting to elementary school classrooms. Tue, 24 Feb 2026 21:18:45 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/why-one-school-is-leading-the-return-to-cursive/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-strategies-for-student-goal-settinggoal-setting-strategies-for-students-will-benefit-teachers-too/2025/10 In her new book, educator Valerie Bolling offers tips for helping students set and carry out goals. Wed, 22 Oct 2025 20:15:43 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-strategies-for-student-goal-settinggoal-setting-strategies-for-students-will-benefit-teachers-too/2025/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/opinion-teachers-share-more-ways-to-engage-ai-in-the-classroom/2025/10 Introduce AI as a minor step in assignments because it will be present regardless. Thu, 02 Oct 2025 16:59:41 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/opinion-teachers-share-more-ways-to-engage-ai-in-the-classroom/2025/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/a-superintendent-and-a-childrens-book-sparked-a-global-writing-exchange/2025/09 Superintendent Monique Darrisaw-Akil was intent on forging an overseas sister school partnership based on learning, not charity. Thu, 04 Sep 2025 16:06:59 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/a-superintendent-and-a-childrens-book-sparked-a-global-writing-exchange/2025/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/opinion-ai-has-done-far-more-harm-than-good-in-my-classroom/2025/08 I keep hearing about the theoretical benefits of AI in education. So far, I’ve only seen its serious downsides. Thu, 07 Aug 2025 19:28:17 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/opinion-ai-has-done-far-more-harm-than-good-in-my-classroom/2025/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-use-poetry-to-create-safe-math-classrooms/2025/07 Psychologically safe classrooms where students trust their teachers can help them learn, writes this letter to the editor. Tue, 15 Jul 2025 16:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-use-poetry-to-create-safe-math-classrooms/2025/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-digital-tools-can-spark-writing-growth-in-young-students/2025/06 Letting students use technology to create something is a way of taking student writing to “that next level," a technology coach explains. Mon, 30 Jun 2025 18:14:48 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-digital-tools-can-spark-writing-growth-in-young-students/2025/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/brain-activity-is-lower-for-writers-who-use-ai-what-that-means-for-students/2025/06 Many writers who had AI help with an essay couldn't recall what they wrote, a study finds. It could have implications for the classroom. Thu, 26 Jun 2025 21:09:35 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/brain-activity-is-lower-for-writers-who-use-ai-what-that-means-for-students/2025/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/opinion-how-ai-helps-our-students-deepen-their-writing-yes-really/2025/06 Two veteran teachers give 4 rules for responsibly using chatbots in writing workshops. Tue, 17 Jun 2025 20:06:55 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/opinion-how-ai-helps-our-students-deepen-their-writing-yes-really/2025/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-improve-your-teaching-with-these-easy-to-prep-strategies/2025/05 Educators share easy steps that teachers can take to bring about big differences in their instruction. Thu, 22 May 2025 05:31:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-improve-your-teaching-with-these-easy-to-prep-strategies/2025/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/webinar/promoting-integrity-and-ai-readiness-in-high-schools Learn how to update school academic integrity guidelines and prepare students for the age of AI. Tue, 01 Apr 2025 18:17:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/webinar/promoting-integrity-and-ai-readiness-in-high-schools https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/video-how-to-structure-lessons-to-build-reading-and-writing-skills/2025/03 Tips for teachers on ways to incorporate reading and writing into lessons to enhance both skills. Thu, 13 Mar 2025 20:15:50 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/video-how-to-structure-lessons-to-build-reading-and-writing-skills/2025/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/spellcheck-wont-cut-it-heres-why-kids-need-spelling-instruction/2025/02 Spelling instruction has waned in recent years. Literacy experts explain why schools need to revive it. Tue, 25 Feb 2025 21:51:01 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/spellcheck-wont-cut-it-heres-why-kids-need-spelling-instruction/2025/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/whos-the-tougher-grader-chatgpt-or-teachers-quiz-yourself-to-see/2025/02 Grading “assistants” that use generative AI offer to cut teachers' workload. But do they stack up to actual educators? Fri, 14 Feb 2025 05:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/whos-the-tougher-grader-chatgpt-or-teachers-quiz-yourself-to-see/2025/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/heres-how-teachers-are-using-ai-to-save-time/2025/02 Forty ways teachers are using artificial intelligence to make their jobs easier. Fri, 14 Feb 2025 05:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/heres-how-teachers-are-using-ai-to-save-time/2025/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/is-it-ethical-to-use-ai-to-grade/2025/02 The technology gives students more feedback, more quickly. But some warn that using AI to score writing could have unintended consequences. Fri, 14 Feb 2025 05:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/is-it-ethical-to-use-ai-to-grade/2025/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/the-number-of-states-that-require-schools-to-teach-cursive-is-growing/2024/11 Here are the states that require schools to teach cursive handwriting. Wed, 06 Nov 2024 16:24:59 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/the-number-of-states-that-require-schools-to-teach-cursive-is-growing/2024/11