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Advancing the Early Literacy Workforce by Working with State Legislators
*NASBE Members-only Learning Session* Widening achievement gaps in reading underscore the urgent need for state leaders to work together to boost early literacy and support effective professional development for educators. Existing PD has been criticized for its lack of efficacy, disconnection from the science of reading, and absence of policy support. The policy landscape may […]
read moreNASBE’s Standard Highlights Opportunities to Advance Math and Science Instruction
Authors in this issue advance reasons for building educators’ capacity to pinpoint gaps in learning so it is possible for all students to achieve mastery and to help students understand math and science concepts and their relevance in the world around them.
read moreAdvancing Math and Science Instruction
Advancing math and science education entails doing something different so it is possible for all students to achieve mastery.
read moreNCSBEE Voice: Advancing Elementary STEM
Our state's passion for industry, diversity, and ecology have made the career and innovation opportunities vast.
read moreStudent Voice: STEM Education for All
State boards should invest effort in improving STEM education for everyone.
read moreThe Impact of COVID-19 on Math Achievement
Without urgent attention, the problem of unfinished learning will compound as students advance to later grades.
read moreThe Urgent Need for Tailored Math Instruction
States can shift away from grade-level myopia to help students catch up.
read moreHigh-Dosage Tutoring
Strong evidence points to equity and well-being benefits from well-designed programs.
read moreAdvancing Science Instruction
State boards can lean into efforts to boost K-12 science literacy and beef up access to high-quality, inquiry-based education.
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