Resource Format: Web-based Content
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy Tracker
The CDT AI Policy Tracker monitors U.S. state and federal policy proposals related to artificial intelligence, offering filters by education, privacy, bias, and more. It’s a vital tool for educators, advocates, and policymakers looking to understand how AI legislation may shape the educational experience—especially for students with disabilities or those impacted by inequitable access to…
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State Policy Framework for Personalized Learning
This State Policy Framework for Personalized Learning from KnowledgeWorks outlines how states can support a vision for student-centered education. The resource provides guidance across key policy areas such as competency-based learning, equity, and assessments equipping policymakers with the tools to champion personalized, inclusive learning systems.
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Building a Disability-Inclusive Artificial Intelligence (AI) Ecosystem: A Cross-Disability, Cross-Systems Analysis of Best Practices
This report from the Center for Democracy & Technology explores how AI impacts people with disabilities across systems like education and healthcare. It offers best practices and policy recommendations to ensure AI tools are inclusive, highlighting the importance of centering disabled voices and intersectional needs.
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Seizing the Opportunity for State Education R&D: Findings and Recommendations for Action
This brief outlines bold, actionable recommendations to help states advance student-centered learning through inclusive assessment systems, redesigned accountability structures, and meaningful engagement of communities. It emphasizes the importance of equity-driven policy, especially for students with disabilities, and is a valuable tool for leaders looking to reimagine education systems with all learners in mind.
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The Case for Statewide School Accountability Systems
This resource presents a compelling case for revamping statewide school accountability systems to better reflect the complexity of student learning and educational equity. It offers practical recommendations for designing systems that center student growth, prioritize inclusive data practices, and support continuous improvement. Ideal for education leaders seeking to ensure accountability systems are fair and effective…
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Enhancing home-based physical activity for neurodivergent children, update source to: Frontiers in Physiology
This research article explores how heart health and brain function are connected, especially in areas like attention, memory, and problem-solving. It sheds light on how students with conditions like ADHD or brain injuries might experience learning challenges due to these body-brain interactions. While it’s a scientific piece, the findings can help educators and service providers…
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An Ethical and Equitable Vision of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Education: Learning Across 28 Exploratory Projects
This Digital Promise report highlights how personalized learning approaches can support students experiencing homelessness. It provides examples from school districts that have adopted flexible, student-centered models to address both academic and social-emotional needs. The resource is especially relevant for understanding the intersection of housing insecurity and educational equity.
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Understanding the Differences Between IDEA and Section 504
LD Online provides a clear comparison of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. This resource explains the differences in eligibility, protections, and services provided under each law. It is designed to help parents, educators, and school leaders understand their legal responsibilities and advocate effectively for students with…
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The Learning Accelerator: Data Advocacy Guide
This guide helps educators and school leaders leverage data to drive equity and improve student learning. It provides practical strategies for using data to inform instruction, advocate for student needs, and build a data-driven school culture.
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Psychology of Learning Explained: Behaviorism, Theories & Strategies
This resource provides an in-depth exploration of behaviorism in the context of learning, explaining foundational theories such as classical and operant conditioning. It offers practical strategies for educators, parents, and caregivers to apply behaviorist principles to support student learning, motivation, and classroom management. The article is valuable for those looking to understand how reinforcement and…