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In Most Microschools, Accountability Is to Parents – Not the Public
Most leaders of unconventional schools use methods like observation, student presentations and projects to track progress, but more than half also use standardized tests or assessments built into online curriculum — like DreamBox and Zearn. Leaders of such programs say parents are their number one audience for the data. But ...
Small classes, field trips every day: What’s a microschool?
Formal microschools can be set up in different ways. They can be established as private schools, which can be accredited or unaccredited. Microschools may also be launched as learning hubs that follow a given state’s home schooling rules. Some are opened by licensed teachers, others are launched by parents. Microschools ...
How movement can enhance learning
Elementary school students benefit from movement during the school day, and this can be particularly beneficial when tied to elementary literacy curriculum. There are strategies educators can use to embed movement in their lesson plans either on their own or by partnering with others. Teachers can bring movement right into ...
Schools Should Follow Business’ Lead To Prep Kids For Future
More U.S. students are graduating high school than ever before, with the nationwide completion rate close to 90%. But that seemingly good news hides a worrisome fact: far too many students are unprepared for life after graduation. Findings based on state data paint a bleak picture. For instance, in California ...