Black History Month: Learning to read is a civil right
Parents in Massachusetts are stirring up "some good trouble" by suing the authors and publishing companies who "peddled a raft...
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How to unlearn problematic teaching practices
As the field of neuroscience advances, so does our understanding of what works in teaching and learning. The best recent...
Trained but sidelined: how schools are missing out on mid-career teachers
Mid-career professionals who transition into teaching bring years of career experience, a sense of purpose, and—according to recent research—a stronger...
Districts are facing hard choices: How can teacher evaluation help?
Teacher evaluation systems—if implemented well—can help districts make better workforce decisions. We examine whether large districts' policies align with the...
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STEM teacher access: heading in the right direction, with a long way to go
New research reveals that the share of well-prepared STEM teachers in high-need schools has been increasing over the last 15...
Professional development that delivers: discovering the keys to better math and science outcomes
How targeted professional development in math and science can significantly boost student achievement—and which strategies truly make the difference.
Dear Mr. President, When teachers thrive, America thrives
Dear Mr. President,Congratulations on your inauguration. I write to you concerning a matter that is critical to the success of...
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Does paid parental leave for teachers pay off?
Recent news of advances in state policy granting paid parental leave gives hope that policymakers increasingly recognize the importance for...
Research that moved minds: Top Teacher Quality Bulletin articles of 2024
The end of the year offers an opportunity to reflect on what we learned and what sparked interest in the...
The data and analyses district leaders used to support their work in 2024
District leaders' jobs are never easy and 2024 was no exception.NCTQ publishes our monthly District Trendline newsletter to provide district...
When “do no harm” is impossible, how can districts design teacher layoffs to do the least damage?
When teacher layoffs are necessary, districts with thoughtful policies can minimize disruptions to schools and students, especially those facing greater...
As seasons change, one thing remains the same: The persistent lack of diversity in the teacher workforce
The NCTQ team and I extend our sympathies to those affected by the devastation of Hurricanes Helene and Milton.Each fall...
Outdated models won’t drive future success: Six reasons to reimagine the teaching role
The Ford Model T: revolutionary 100+ years ago, impractical now. Similarly, our outdated classroom model doesn't meet the needs of...
The bigger picture: Why we need better reading instruction across all grades
How much does reading policy work its way into classrooms? A new study exploring the state of reading across the...
Rural teacher evaluation system shows promising results for students struggling in math
A new study finds that this cost-effective evaluation system could improve math outcomes in districts with fewer students, teachers, and...
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