Center on Reinventing Public Education

The recent election has left many educators uncertain about the future of education policy. However, one thing remains clear: our commitment to student success remains unwavering. The pandemic significantly impacted all schools, and we must continue to support a sustainable recovery. The Center on Reinventing Public Education's (CRPE) "State of the American Student 2024" report highlights the progress made, persistent challenges, and opportunities for improvement. This week, we cover key takeaways from the report, including: ?? Uneven Recovery: While students have made strides, significant disparities remain, particularly for vulnerable populations. ?? Power of Personalized Learning: Strategies like high-impact tutoring and targeted small-group instruction can effectively address individual needs. ?? Systemic Challenges: Chronic absenteeism, teacher shortages, and mental health crises continue to hinder progress. ?? Rethinking High School: We must prioritize both academic and social-emotional learning to prepare students for the future. Discover how XQ Schools leverage the XQ Design Principles to support their distinct learning models in a post-pandemic era of education. #education #school #studentsuccess #pandemicrecovery #equityineducation #personalizedlearning

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Team-based strategic school staffing can reshape the future of education. In two new videos released for ASU’s Next Education Workforce? Virtual Site Visits, school and system leaders discuss the changes, challenges and successes team-based models have brought to their districts and schools. #NextEducationWorkforce #StrategicSchoolStaffing #VirtualSiteVisits #TeacherStaffing Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gVe7cxKQ Watch the Virtual Site Visits: https://lnkd.in/gct8D65c

Teachers unprepared for AI education A new report from the Center on Reinventing Public Education (CRPE) reveals that U.S. teacher training programs are struggling to keep pace with the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), leaving future K-12 educators unprepared for AI-integrated classrooms. The survey of over 500 education schools found that only 25% of institutions incorporate AI into teacher training, with most focusing narrowly on plagiarism prevention rather than AI's broader educational potential. Faculty resistance and a lack of confidence in using AI were cited as major barriers to progress. While some institutions, like Arizona State University and the University of Northern Iowad, are making strides, most programs are falling behind in equipping teachers with AI literacy and ethics training. The report calls for systemic investments in AI education and urges policymakers to revise teacher certification standards to include AI competencies. It also highlights the need for alternative training methods, such as micro-credentialing, to help preservice teachers stay ahead of the curve. Experts warn that without significant changes, new teachers will be unprepared for the evolving demands of the AI-driven economy and education landscape. Stay ahead of the latest news and trends impacting the education world: ?? https://lnkd.in/dyhRncr8 #AI #EdTech #Education #AITraining #Teachers #Teaching

A new study from the Center on Reinventing Public Education (CRPE) identifies school districts and charter management organizations that are adopting system-wide AI strategies or policy guidance earlier than most, creating a database of early adopters. With this information, CRPE has compiled a list of emerging trends within these strategies or policies that sheds light on emerging AI adoption in schools. Read more about the key insights and check out the early adopters database here: https://lnkd.in/e_-Rtjgb

?? Hiring Alert: Director of Strategic Communications ?? CRPE is #hiring a seasoned strategic communications leader to drive national conversations on rethinking what's possible in public education. Ideal candidates will have 10+ years in public relations or nonprofit communication, proven experience and connections in education policy, and a passion for impact. Know someone who fits the bill? Please share or encourage them to apply at crpe.org/careers.

?? We’re excited to support the launch of the EdExchange from the Annenberg Institute at Brown University. The EdExchange addresses a critical need for actionable, timely research in education, enabling educators and policymakers to make evidence-based decisions. The EdExchange includes: ?? EdWorkingPapers for rapid research sharing ?? EdInstruments for powerful measurement tools ?? EdResearch For Action for quick, actionable research summaries We’re thrilled to share this initiative from our colleagues at Annenberg, who we know will bring relevant, practical insights directly to the education community. Explore how the EdExchange can help turn research into real impact: https://lnkd.in/eEDsz3jn

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When districts are early adopters of artificial intelligence, they often take a variety of approaches to implement the technology, according to a report released Thursday by the Center on Reinventing Public Education. ???? The nonpartisan research and policy analysis center examined 40 school districts that embraced the technology early. They found that districts most commonly tap into AI by: ?? Using teacher-centered AI tools (70%). ???? Offering guidance on AI use for teachers, students, and families (65%). ?? Providing professional development to build AI literacy in school communities (63%). ???? Supplying student-centered AI tools (58%). Other less common approaches include: ??? AI tools for safety and surveillance. ??? Offering student courses on AI. ?? Using AI to streamline district operations. However, ?? about one-third of these districts do not offer formal policies or guidance on AI use. https://lnkd.in/g8QRnh_3