Identifying potential dropouts in middle school. A Louisiana school is seeing reduced suspension and failure rates, plus a higher attendance rate, thanks to—officials say—a data-driven program that flags students who show signs of falling behind. (PBS NewsHour)
Who will hold colleges accountable? Kevin Carey argues for elimination of the “antiquated credit hour.” How else can we measure learning in higher ed? An Education Sector-New America Foundation report explains here. (New York Times)
Technology haitus. This high school teacher encourages her students to go tech-free for one week. The result? Timelier homework completion, more time for board games, and an earlier bedtime. (h/t ASCD SmartBrief) (The Tennessean)
Going down the drain? The University of California community is not happy with the institution’s new logo. Facebook pages and a petition criticize the “cheapened” emblem, and some say it looks like a flushing toilet. (Inside Higher Ed)
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