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Instagram is launching a new School Partnership Program to help middle and high schools address online safety concerns more effectively. Schools that join will have access to: ? Prioritized reporting for faster review of safety concerns including bullying and harassment ? Educational resources to support students, parents and educators ? A profile banner to show official partnership status Instagram has tested this initiative with 60 schools, working closely with administrators to develop better tools for student protection. Schools can now sign up through in-app settings or by visiting https://lnkd.in/eYXKBjum #SponsoredContent

Instagram’s new School Partnership Program is here to help middle and high schools better protect students online. By joining, schools receive: ? Prioritized reporting for faster review of safety concerns ? Educational materials for students, parents & teachers ? Verified partnership status with a profile banner After testing with 60 schools, Instagram is now opening enrollment to all middle and high schools nationwide. Schools can enroll through Instagram’s settings or at https://lnkd.in/eYXKBjum #SponsoredContent

The latest results from "the nation's report card" reveal a troubling trend: reading scores for 4th and 8th graders have dropped for the third consecutive assessment. Average scores have fallen to the same level as three decades ago. The gaps are widening between high and low achievers, with struggling readers falling behind fastest. A shocking 40% of fourth graders nationwide aren't reaching basic reading proficiency, with even higher percentages among Hispanic, Black, and Native American students. In Brownsville, Texas, retired teacher Dolores Perez has witnessed this firsthand. What started as tutoring a few students in 2021 has become a six-day-a-week commitment, with all her K-4 students needing reading help. "You need reading for almost everything in the world, in all other subjects. It affects every aspect of their learning to be behind," Perez explains. Experts point to pandemic disruptions as one factor, but also suggest high-quality pre-K programs could help reverse the trend. Research shows children who started pre-K at age 3 performed significantly better on 8th grade tests. The question remains: how do we ensure all children have access to the resources they need to become proficient readers? Read the full story: https://bit.ly/4ictTst

Louisiana implemented significant literacy reforms in recent years, including a 2021 law requiring teacher training in literacy instruction, though many teachers reportedly haven't received this training yet. ??: https://lnkd.in/gAWBKG83

New data from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard reveals which college programs yield the highest earnings. Maritime academies dominate the top 10 institutions, with naval architecture graduates commanding starting salaries between $75,000-$100,000 and opportunities to lead major engineering projects early in their careers. ??: https://lnkd.in/gNJBidTF

AI-driven platforms can personalize instruction and provide real-time feedback, allowing students to progress at their own pace in an increasingly digital world. #SponsoredContent Pearson

"There's this fear that if they say something that other people don't agree with, it will undermine their attempts to fit in socially," says Liz Norell about why college students avoid class discussions, especially on contentious topics. Read more: https://bit.ly/3XjkuXV

"What you're really looking at is fundamentally changing the way you teach things, which no one wants to hear about because that’s really hard."

Teachers reported large print books especially benefited students with IEPs and ADHD, with 55% of teachers noting improved letter and word recognition and comprehension. #SponsoredContent Thorndike Press from Gale