Remote Learning Versus Reopening Schools

The pandemic has highlighted many areas that need improvement in the American education system. NSBA’s Center for Public Education analyzed data collected during remote learning to assist school leaders in making informed decisions that will promote positive transformations in education.

• Black Students in the Condition of Education 2020

  June 23, 2020

  The Center for Public Education selected relevant data from the Condition of Education to help school leaders not only monitor the educational progress of Black students, but also rethink what public schools can do better for Black students.

• New NAEP Data About Civics

  May 6, 2020

  The newly released NAEP civics, history, and geography results show that an achievement gap persists between disadvantaged students and their peers. NSBA's Center for Public Education investigates the data to learn what role lack of internet access has on NAEP civic scores.

• COVID-19 School Closures and Services to Students with Disabilities

  April 24, 2020

  As online learning opportunities continue to expand particularly during the recent school closures, educators may need to reexamine each student’s IEP and figure out best approaches and long-term strategies to continue their special education. NSBA's Center for Public Education offers research-proven methods for providing IDEA students with rich learning experiences.

• CDC Data on Schools’ Response to Pandemics

  March 19, 2020

  The Center for Public Education analyzes the presence of pandemic procedures in school districts’ crisis/emergency preparedness plans and offers helpful suggestions for implementing long-term strategies.

• Supporting Student Home Internet Access During School Closures

  March 18, 2020

  NSBA is urging the Federal Communications Commission to support student learning during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic by expanding funding for home internet access. NSBA has joined an effort with the Alliance for Excellent Education, the Consortium for School Networking , the National Association of Secondary School Principals, the State Educational Technology Directors Association, and All4ed’s Future Ready Schools.

• STEM with Family Engagement

  December 19, 2019

  Family engagement is shown to have a profound and positive impact on student learning. NSBA's CPE offers practical tips on how parents can show interest and partake in their children's studies during the holiday season.

• Elevating Technology in Public Schools

  November 19, 2019

  The recent released NAEP data offer many opportunities for school leaders to learn which practices can help students raise their academic achievement levels, specifically when it comes to digital learning. The Center for Public Education examined the relationship between student achievement and some technology-related school factors.

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