The value of logic models in school improvement
A logic model is a great way to get started in organizing and focusing your school improvement efforts. Developing a logic model can help you think about and [...]
Teaching career and technical education remotely: It starts with choice
COVID-19 changed America’s perception of the importance of skilled workers. Rapid construction of medical centers, manufacturing of complex machinery, food preparation and provision, and healthcare support are seen [...]
Using competency-based education systems to measure student progress
Evaluating a student’s academic progress entirely on a preset, stagnant set of guidelines and within a rigid timeline is fast becoming a thing of the past in American [...]
Don’t just plan an MTSS, implement it
During these days of work from home, I find that food is too accessible. After putting on my first 8 COVID-19 pounds, I decided I needed to take [...]
Tips for early math learning
Long before babies are capable of learning number words, they typically demonstrate an ability to distinguish a difference in quantities and notice when objects are larger or smaller [...]
Bright By Text
The increasingly prominent role technology plays in our lives has come to the forefront of education research in recent years for obvious reasons. With a majority of [...]
Marzano Research and Michigan Department of Education celebrate success on educator evaluation project
The Office of Educator Talent has already begun using the information in these reports to enhance our supports for Michigan districts and educators. Jared Robinson In January [...]
Colorado Shines Brighter
In late 2018, the Colorado Department of Human Services’ (CDHS’) Office of Early Childhood (OEC) received a $5.8 million Preschool Development Grant Birth through Five (PDG B–5) from [...]
Implementing a rural work-based learning program in three steps
Educators in small rural communities face significant challenges in preparing their students for the future, especially when it comes to developing work-based learning programs. Speaking during a recent [...]