Only about 53% of local public school students are considered proficient in math, according to last school year’s state test ...

The union cites a lack of support for students who fall behind and the speed with which teachers need to get through the ...

That works for math, but it could be a fatal flaw when it comes to literacy. Many people make the mistake of believing that the Common Core State Standards constitute a curriculum. That’s ...

Today’s teaching methods prioritize creative problem-solving over traditional formulas and equations, but these changes may ...

A 2019 survey showed that at least 48% of elementary schools in the city used Calkins’ curriculum, making it by far the most popular choice. Media coverage in both the New York Times and ...

Sign up for Chalkbeat New York’s free daily newsletter to keep up with NYC’s public schools. Math scores rose across New York City public schools last school year ...

Despite this endorsement of global learning, many Common Core resources lack an international dimension. In fact, when a participant at a recent conference on curriculum development ... competent ...

Sign up for Chalkbeat New York’s free daily newsletter to keep up with NYC’s public schools. Sweeping changes to literacy instruction are underway in New York ...

By Ana Ley A knitter’s practiced hands draw attention, a solo on a windy day and more reader tales of New York City in this week’s Metropolitan Diary. This Museum Is Old. But With $75 Million ...

Since the launch of The Crossword in 1942, The Times has captivated solvers by providing engaging word and logic games. In 2014, we introduced The Mini Crossword — followed by Spelling Bee ...