BOULDER, CO (March 25, 2025)—The role of standardized test scores in college admissions is evolving, with many institutions shifting away from the SAT and ACT. In their absence, high school GPA has become the primary… Review of an Interesting New Approach to Evaluating High School Achievement

Promoting Interactive Learning In Podcasts With 5 Easy Steps Podcasts have become a staple in education, gaining popularity among eLearning developers and online learners. There are various reasons for that, but the ones that stand… How To Encourage Interactive Learning Through Podcasts

If correctly prepared for, a Socratic seminar can be a powerful catalyst for social learning. Many teachers we know have remarked that individual and collective insights and experiences from Socratic seminars are the moments that… The Definition Of A Socratic Seminar

Shortly after that, Trump threatened to put a 100% tariff on Barbie-maker Mattel after the company said it would raise prices on some toys due to tariffs. “He won’t sell one toy in the United States,” Trump… Can Retailers Eat Tariffs Without Price Hikes? Walmart, Target, Lowe’s Face Pressure

BOULDER, CO (April 8, 2025)—Scholars, advocates, and policymakers have long expressed the concern that many private schools receiving taxpayer subsidies through voucher programs would fail to serve children with disabilities. The Wisconsin Institute for Law… Unreliable Claims on Disability Rates in Report About Wisconsin’s School Voucher Programs

Launching Development Initiatives Based On Workforce Competencies Organizations are now shifting from standard training programs to focusing on developing the competencies of their workers. With this method, workers acquire the information needed as well as… 5 Ways To Implement Competency-Based Workforce Development

1. Brian Johnson: How to teach ‘for’ students, not ‘at’ them Big Idea: Educators should prioritize student engagement by teaching for students, fostering active participation rather than passive reception. In his talk, Brian Johnson emphasizes… 10 Of The Best TEDTalks On Improving Education

The policy’s first action plan the following year had lofty goals: implement safety treatments along at least 13 miles of roadways on the high-injury network each year; assess which speed humps or signage slowed traffic… San Francisco’s Streets Are Still Deadly. These Advocates Want Lurie to Do More About It

BOULDER, CO (April 17, 2025)—Since 2021, 12 states have authorized Education Savings Accounts as universal or near-universal vouchers to cover either tuition at minimally regulated private schools or pods (mini schools with children of likeminded… Surge in Education Savings Accounts Raises Grave Concerns About Oversight, Equity, Public School Funding, and Civic Life

Why Learning Should Look More Like A Game Game-based learning has often been seen as a “nice to have,” a tool for engagement, a break from the serious business of training. But what if it’s… Game-Based Learning Isn’t Just Fun—It’s Neurologically Aligned

by TeachThought Staff The activities below are designed to be simple, flexible, and fun, making them perfect for learners of all ages, whether you’re a parent, teacher, or an independent learner. Because this is a… 50 Ideas For Simple STEM Activities For Kids – TeachThought

Earlier this week, a second fire broke out at Lafayette Elementary School around 10:30 p.m. on May 18, completely destroying the school’s playground. All that was left of the structure when devastated parents arrived at… Suspicious Playground Fires Have Parents, Neighbors in SF’s Outer Richmond on Edge

BOULDER, CO (April 24, 2025)—A recent American Enterprise Institute report does a good job of identifying and describing long-term trends in student performance using national and international assessment data. However, a review finds that the… Report Highlights Student Achievement Trends But Lacks Meaningful Interpretation

Key Takeaways Hivebrite is an excellent platform for brands looking to build and grow their member community. There are three different plans: Connect, Scale, and Enterprise. The first one starts at $799/month, while the rest… Hivebrite Pricing Plans And Costs (2025)

by TeachThought Staff What makes up a classroom? Is it the space? A room, for example? Is it the purpose? Can a regular meeting space in a garden be a ‘horticulture classroom’? Is it the… The Elements Of A Digital Classroom