Literacy

As the terrorist attack on the Capitol unfolded yesterday, educators took to Twitter, considering how to talk to students about the event and the importance of news literacy and civics education.

Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez started a volunteer tutoring program for her district's families who needed help during remote learning. Her campaign office is now expanding on the program, as discussions continue about the possibility of a National Tutoring Corps to combat the academic and economic impact of the pandemic.

Use these tools to engage students of every age in Hour of Code, planned for the week of December 7-13.

Identifying students’ reading preferences (or lack of them) provides insight into their experiences and how best to help them grow and remain engaged.

The survey showed school librarians using creative approaches to deliver superior library services, leading on tech innovation, collaborating with colleagues, and strengthening relationships with students.

Literacy is the business of librarians. Supporting coding using the pedagogy of maker education is part of our work.

Parents, children, and relatives who read together, whether as part of a book club or on their own time, derive multiple benefits.

While considering research material, students need to talk about whose voices are not at the table and think critically about how sources came to be.

Foster reading engagement, no matter the learning environment.