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by Tony Habit

Engagement Matters — Defining It Matters More

Shiny trinkets are shiny.

A new Gallup poll concludes what good teachers already know: student engagement declines with each grade level.

According to the study, about eight in 10 elementary students report being engaged in their education. That figure declines to four in 10 by high school. NC New Schools asked students similar questions and found that the decision ...

by Stacy Costello

Q&A about NC STEP

Shiny trinkets are shiny.

UPDATE: The deadline for applications has been extended to March 12, 2013!

The deadline for the NC STEM Teacher Education Program (NC STEP) is fast approaching. What do you need to know in order to apply for this exciting, innovative and cost-free program?

These are the top 10 questions from potential applicants gathered from several informational webinars held ...