The Education Digest

Includes bibliographical references.

[Article Title : Preparing for the unthinkable: school safety after sandy hook / Carol Brydolf, p. 4-8] Abstract : A winning formula for keeping students safe and helping them to thrive.;[Article Title : School leaders: Don't let your teachers lose heart / Laurie Barnoski, p. 9-12] Abstract : Administrators must think carefully about what and how much they are asking teachers to do.;[Article Title : Flipped learning / Scott LaFee, p. 13-18] Abstract : Is it a fix or just a fad? here are pros, cons, and differing opinions that surround this new way of teaching.;[Article Title : The ninth-grade challenge / Scott Habeeb, p. 19-25] Abstract : Characteristics of an effective freshman transitions program, and the pros and cons of the academy vs. the teaming modes.;[Article Title : 'Not your grandfather's compositions class' / Eric Hoover, 26-29] Abstract : Revamped first-year comp. class incorporates more technology into writing instruction and increases student-teacher contact.;[Article Title : Why teachers should be blogging... and how to do it / Patricia Bruder, p. 30-37] Abstract : A plethora of information; getting started, characteristics of good blogs, reasons for blogging, and recommended blogs that every educators should read.;[Article Title : Re-evaluating AP courses / Frank DiMaria, p. 38-42] Abstract : A critique of advanced placement courses from one who has been involved in AP at both the college and high school level.;[Article Title : Weight bias: the bull's-eye of bullying / Brad Johnson, p. 43-45] Abstract : It's time for adults to put an end to this type of bullying rather than condoning or perpetuating it.;[Article Title : School internet safety: More than 'Block it to Stop it / Annette Melgosa, p. 46-49] Abstract : Filters are only part of the safety solution. Students should be taught proper "netiquette" and consequences of inappropriate online behavior.;[Article Title : Collaboration and support for student success / Paris S. Strom and Robert D. Strom, p. 50-56] Abstract : Authors provide rationale for their proposal that higher education be an entitlement for high school grads for the betterment of society.;[Article Title : Leap year: Assessing and supporting effective first-year teachers / TNTP, p. 57-61] Abstract : The ACE multiple-measures evaluation system can help teacher training programs assess essential educator competencies required for certification.;[Article Title : Providing support and stability to students in foster care / Lisa Ann Williamson, p. 62-65] Abstract : For many young people in foster care, instability may be the only constant in their lives. Here are ways schools can offer a stable, nurturing environment for these students.;[Article Title : The invisible lever: A profile of leadership and management talent in education / Education pioneers, p. 66-67] Abstract : The education sectors offers many critically important managerial/ leadership opportunities.