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Exclusive | Some NYC schools spending massive amounts on per-pupil budgets - but show dismal results

Exorbitant school spending doesn't correlate with improved student performance, with many schools showing poor results despite high budgets.

How lavish benefits pushed by NY teachers' unions ramped up school spending - to highest in nation at $36K per kid: reports

New York's high spending on education hasn't resulted in proportional student performance improvements, raising concerns about budget effectiveness.

Exclusive | Some NYC schools spending massive amounts on per-pupil budgets - but show dismal results

Exorbitant school spending doesn't correlate with improved student performance, with many schools showing poor results despite high budgets.

How lavish benefits pushed by NY teachers' unions ramped up school spending - to highest in nation at $36K per kid: reports

New York's high spending on education hasn't resulted in proportional student performance improvements, raising concerns about budget effectiveness.
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Exclusive | NYC official reveals plunging math scores at schools using new DOE curriculum: 'Decline across the city'

The Algebra 1 Regents exam scores fell by 14 percentage points due to the controversial Illustrative Mathematics curriculum.

Exclusive | NYC Algebra Regents scores tank amid new 'disaster' math curriculum

Less than 47% of NYC high schoolers passed the Algebra 1 Regents exam following the implementation of a new problematic math curriculum.

AI math tutors are no substitute for human teachers, study finds

Generative AI may hinder real test performance among students despite improving practice problem-solving skills.

Parents weigh in on Trump's vow to axe Department of Education

The Rhode Island mother criticizes the Department of Education's bureaucracy and failures in providing adequate special education for her dyslexic daughters.

Your kid can't name three branches of government? He's not alone. - Harvard Gazette

American students' history and civics scores are declining, reflecting lower civic engagement and understanding among both students and adults.

School that convinced GCSE pupils to ditch smartphones reveals results

Banning social media during exams led to significant improvement in student performance at Cumberland Community School.

Exclusive | NYC official reveals plunging math scores at schools using new DOE curriculum: 'Decline across the city'

The Algebra 1 Regents exam scores fell by 14 percentage points due to the controversial Illustrative Mathematics curriculum.

Exclusive | NYC Algebra Regents scores tank amid new 'disaster' math curriculum

Less than 47% of NYC high schoolers passed the Algebra 1 Regents exam following the implementation of a new problematic math curriculum.

AI math tutors are no substitute for human teachers, study finds

Generative AI may hinder real test performance among students despite improving practice problem-solving skills.

Parents weigh in on Trump's vow to axe Department of Education

The Rhode Island mother criticizes the Department of Education's bureaucracy and failures in providing adequate special education for her dyslexic daughters.

Your kid can't name three branches of government? He's not alone. - Harvard Gazette

American students' history and civics scores are declining, reflecting lower civic engagement and understanding among both students and adults.

School that convinced GCSE pupils to ditch smartphones reveals results

Banning social media during exams led to significant improvement in student performance at Cumberland Community School.
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#school-districts

America's Best School District Graduates 96% of Its Students Every Year

Confidence in America's public education system is at an all-time low, with only 29% of adults expressing strong trust.

West Contra Costa School District Sued Over Poor Building Conditions, Teacher Vacancies | KQED

School districts face issues of facility problems and teacher vacancies, impacting student learning and performance.

America's Best School District Graduates 96% of Its Students Every Year

Confidence in America's public education system is at an all-time low, with only 29% of adults expressing strong trust.

West Contra Costa School District Sued Over Poor Building Conditions, Teacher Vacancies | KQED

School districts face issues of facility problems and teacher vacancies, impacting student learning and performance.
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People Are Calling Out "Normal" Things From 2024 That Were Unthinkable In 2014

Accessibility of AI raises concerns about homework authenticity.
#higher-education

Can Colleges Do Without Deadlines?

Motivational conflict significantly affects students' ability to balance social activities and academic responsibilities, impacting their mental health and performance.

Long processing times for Swedish student permits could deter international applicants

Long processing times for study permits hinder Sweden's competitiveness in attracting international students.
Third country students show strong outcomes in terms of academic performance and employment in Sweden.

Can Colleges Do Without Deadlines?

Motivational conflict significantly affects students' ability to balance social activities and academic responsibilities, impacting their mental health and performance.

Long processing times for Swedish student permits could deter international applicants

Long processing times for study permits hinder Sweden's competitiveness in attracting international students.
Third country students show strong outcomes in terms of academic performance and employment in Sweden.
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How race and gender impact math teachers' perceptions of student performance

Teachers often attribute girls' math success to innate ability, while boys' success is seen as influenced by societal expectations.
#standardized-testing

NYC test scores: Math grades edging upward, but reading struggles

NYC public schools show mixed test results, with math scores improving while reading proficiency is declining.

California English and math test scores rise for first time since the pandemic, but still show pandemic learning loss

California students show slight gains in standardized testing, but scores remain below pre-pandemic levels, highlighting ongoing concerns about learning loss.

NYC test scores: Math grades edging upward, but reading struggles

NYC public schools show mixed test results, with math scores improving while reading proficiency is declining.

California English and math test scores rise for first time since the pandemic, but still show pandemic learning loss

California students show slight gains in standardized testing, but scores remain below pre-pandemic levels, highlighting ongoing concerns about learning loss.
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Overcoming Test Anxiety with Effective Assessment Help Techniques - eLearning

Test anxiety affects student performance and confidence, but can be managed through preparation and positive mindset techniques.

MCAS results: Students have not bounced back academically since pandemic

Pandemic-related learning loss continues to significantly impact student performance in Massachusetts, as reflected in recent MCAS test results.

Netherlands: Nationwide ban on phones in schools underway DW 09/02/2024

The Netherlands enforces a nationwide ban on smart devices in primary and secondary schools to enhance student concentration and performance.

City's math scores improve slightly; reading dips reflect transition to new curricula

NYC Public Schools recorded improvements in math scores for 2023-24, but faced a decline in English Language Arts proficiency.

NYC's new math curriculum doesn't seem to add up

The NYC Solves curriculum aimed to improve math scores but has faced challenges including reduced pass rates and inadequate teacher training.

ABA Proposes New 'Minimum Learning Outcomes' To Make Sure Law Schools Are Doing Right By Their Students

The ABA is enforcing new accreditation standards to improve law school education and ensure proper learning outcomes for students.

What Makes a Med School 'Woke'?

Controversy over progressive policies at UCLA raised concerns about admissions processes and performance standards in medical school.

NYC Bets New, Uniform High School Math Curriculum Will Boost Student Test Scores

New York City Public Schools will implement Illustrative Mathematics curriculum to improve math test scores and close the opportunity gap.
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