How brain research is reshaping teaching, learning  | | (aislan13/NewsCred) | This article offers an overview of current trends in brain research. Some experts contend that early interventions based in neuroscience can help young students operate at their potential, while others note that a budding area of brain research focuses on helping struggling high-school students make progress. Still others, note there is an important connection between emotions and neuroscience when designing meaningful academic lessons. T.H.E. Journal (6/2)
Other News  | Drexel University's Online M.S. & Cert. in Mathematics Learning and Teaching Designed to provide teachers with the preparation needed to help students reason through mathematical challenges with an analytical multiple-solution approach. It provides teachers with the disposition, skills and breadth of expertise needed to implement problem-based and technology-intensive instruction that is student-centered. Learn more now. | | | | | Does voluntary retention help 8th-graders mature before high school? The practice of "red-shirting," or voluntarily retaining students, is growing during the transition between middle and high schools, former teacher Jessica Lahey writes in this commentary. Some research about adolescent brain development and increasing academic pressures supports the trend, but questions remain about whether the practice is a good use of public-school resources, she writes. Rather than retention, Lahey suggests the solution may be "in redeveloping curricula to focus more on executive-function skills." The Atlantic online (5/29) |  |
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 | N.J. middle school integrates arts into STEM education A cross-disciplinary approach to instruction is alive and well at a New Jersey middle school that focuses on science, technology, engineering, the arts and math -- also known as STEAM. Art teacher Arin Leard is among 12 educators nationwide selected to attend a teaching workshop this summer focused on blending science and art in education. "I love art, but I'm also interested in bringing art into all curriculums and all subjects," Leard said. "It's exciting to make the connections, and help the kids make their connections ... It opens up new pathways in their brain." The Montclair Times (N.J.) (6/2) Other News | Study: Schools benefit when board members focus on academics Schools are more likely to excel if school boards are focused on academics, according to a recent study by the Thomas B. Fordham Institute. Among other things, the study focused on the effect of school board members' political leanings, education, background and stance on key education topics. "The boost associated with academic focus is the highest of any school board characteristic that we tested," the researchers said. New Orleans Magazine (6/2014) | Correction Because of a source error, a summary in Monday's SmartBrief incorrectly stated a Kentucky school district's status concerning standardized testing. The district did not receive a waiver from testing and continues to administer state tests. SmartBrief regrets the error. |  | We must be willing to get rid of the life we've planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us." -- Joseph Campbell, American writer and mythologist | | | | Math Education SmartBrief is an aggregation of published news and editorial content from diverse sources. The content of Math Education SmartBrief does not necessarily reflect the position or editorial viewpoint of any particular organization. | Please contact one of our specialists for advertising opportunities, editorial inquiries, job placements, or any other questions.
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