Madeline Will

1 week ago | edweek.org | Madeline Will |Stephen Sawchuk |Maya Riser-Kositsky

Teaching has long been viewed as a low-paid job, but there’s more to teachers’ compensation than just take-home paychecks. “Although teaching is a profession, the way that teachers are paid looks a lot more like the way we pay blue-collar workers in the United States,” said Jacob Vigdor, a professor of public policy and governance at the University of Washington. What exactly does that look like? We spoke with experts to break down how teachers are paid. How much do teachers make?

1 week ago | edweek.org | Madeline Will

Teachers, we know you’re busy. You’re juggling a lot—making sure students are learning and supporting their social-emotional needs. We get that staying up-to-date on education news and trends might not always be at the top of your to-do list. We’re here to help. EdWeek’s Teacher Update newsletter is your one-stop shop for the news, insights, and perspectives you need to stay informed and feel supported.

2 months ago | flipboard.com | Madeline Will

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2 months ago | edweek.org | Madeline Will

Instructional coaching is among the most effective forms of professional development. But doing coaching right is resource-intensive and hard to scale. Can artificial intelligence fill in the gaps? A growing number of school districts and organizations are experimenting with using AI in instructional coaching cycles. AI-enabled tools can guide teachers through self-reflection and goal-setting, which is a key component of a coaching cycle.

2 months ago | edweek.org | Madeline Will

Teachers spend up to 29 hours a week doing nonteaching tasks: writing emails, grading, finding classroom resources, and carrying out other administrative work. They also have high stress levels and are at risk for burnout. Can artificial intelligence help ease both those problems? Advocates say AI can be a real timesaver for teachers, completing tasks in seconds that would have taken a person hours.