Quinn the robot teaches geometry in groups
A robot is helping students learn geometry. Research points us toward moving students into collaborative groups, away from 1-to-1 device use.
Academics
Supreme Court upholds race-conscious admissions
In a somewhat surprising decision, the Supreme Court upheld race-conscious admissions decisions at the Univ. of Texas.
Common Core math may set unrealistic goals
The Common Core has been controversial, especially for our youngest students, and a survey conducted over a year ago suggests changes may be in order.
Tech helps a school in S.D. eliminate grade levels
Can grade levels be eliminated in elementary school in favor of educational groups that are more aligned to student progress in each subject?
Tenn. elementary students handcuffed
Should police handcuff children 12 and under in school during an arrest over a bullying and assault incident that occurred off school grounds?
Genetics may play a role in abnormal psych
The role of genetics is being investigated, as scientists look for a way to treat patients with autism, ADHD, depression, and schizophrenia.
Severe storms rake nation’s midsection
Severe storms raked through Kansas, Oklahoma, and even as far east as Indiana Tuesday afternoon. Tornadoes and 4-inch hail were reported.
Geometry PARCC question: similar triangles
What are the different ways of proving one triangle is similar to another triangle? AA, and what else?
Drawing words helps you remember them
You might be better off drawing about stuff you need to learn than writing it out in words. It's a caveman-like strategy, yes, but it works.
Reports: Dad can’t see son’s preschool graduation
Should a father be allowed to attend his son's graduation from preschool despite an (unjust) ban from the grounds?