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After-School Funding Bill Divides Community

Extra money from the federal bill would go to after- and before-school and summer programs, but it could also be used to extend the school day and year.(September 22, 2010)

Merit Pay Found to Have Little Effect on Achievement

A study finds students whose teachers have a chance to earn bonuses perform no better than those of teachers paid traditionally. (September 21, 2010) | Comments (6)

DREAM Act Stalls in Senate, but Backers Aren't Giving Up

(September 22, 2010)

Study Links Book Giveaways to Literacy Gains

(September 21, 2010)

Tucson Students Aren't Deterred by Ethnic-Studies Controversy

(September 21, 2010) | Comments (6)

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University of Central Florida education majors, left to right, Mindy Dellinger, Kris Palvisak, and Kyler Shelton are in virtual teaching internships to learn the skills necessary to teach online-only courses.
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Education Schools Lag in Virtual Teacher Training

A recent survey found that only 4 percent of responding teachers had been taught how to deliver online courses during preservice education. (September 22, 2010)

FCC Chief Expects E-Rate Changes

(September 21, 2010)